Hitchin station
Walsworth Road
Hitchin
Hertfordshire
SG4 9UL
Hitchin Station can be found on Walsworth Road in Hitchin as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hitchin Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Hitchin train station, nestled in the charming town of Hitchin in Hertfordshire, offers a welcoming portal to bustling cities and serene countryside alike. Whether you're a daily commuter to London or setting off on an adventure to Cambridge, this station is your starting point. With a blend of history and modern conveniences, Hitchin station provides essential facilities and seamless connections to your next destination.
Hitchin station is well-equipped to cater to your travel needs. The ticket office operates from 06:15 to 20:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 07:15 to 18:30 on Sundays. Grab your tickets from the office or take advantage of the ticket machines located throughout the station, which are accessible to all and include options for purchasing tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.
For those prioritizing accessibility, the station is a Category A location, offering step-free access to all platforms. Additionally, staff-operated ramps are available to assist passengers with buggies, wheelchairs, or heavy luggage. Although there are no waiting rooms, seating areas ensure comfort while you wait for your train. Moreover, services like CCTV, ATMs, and refreshment facilities enhance your station experience.
Once you've arrived at Hitchin station, getting around town or continuing your journey is straightforward. A convenient taxi rank is located right outside the main entrance, making travel to your next local destination quick and efficient. While the station lacks a dedicated bus depot, comprehensive local bus information is available through the Onward Travel Information Map. Rail replacement services ensure that your travel plans remain uninterrupted during any railway maintenance or disruptions.
Hitchin station is a bustling hub with easy access to several popular destinations. Consider hopping onto a train from Hitchin to London St Pancras International or continue your commute to Stevenage. If you're planning a cultural excursion, perhaps hitch a ride to Cambridge or Farringdon. No matter your destination, convenient connections are always at your fingertips.
Whether you're catching a daily train to one of London's iconic stations, like London Kings Cross, or planning a leisurely day trip to scenic locales around Hertfordshire, Hitchin station provides comfort, convenience, and comprehensive travel options. As you venture forth from this vibrant station, rest assured that your journey embodies the perfect blend of history, access, and the enchanting landscapes of the UK.
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | None | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property | None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Assistance Meeting Point is at the front of the station, next to the night gate. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | Yes |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available between the first and last trains of the day. Alternatively, you can also arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hitchin |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | Yes |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Located at the front of the station |
| Accessible spaces | 15 |
| Accessible car park equipment | No |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| Helpline | Staff are available at this station at all times for providing assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Assistance can be provided unbooked (turn up and go) or pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel. Whether you pre book assistance or travel unbooked, please contact a member of staff on arrival. We recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train. For further information on assisted travel please see: |
| Toilets | Yes WC available on Platform 1 and 2Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1 |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hitchin |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 389 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 15 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Car park CCTV | Yes | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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| ATM Machine | Available ATM located in ticket hall |
| Shops | Available |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 291 Located by the station entrance. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
A taxi rank is outside the main entrance. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Letchworth Garden City | Great Northern | 04:58 | 1 | On time |
| from Peterborough | Thameslink | 05:07 | 1 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Thameslink | 05:25 | 1 | On time |
| from Royston | Great Northern | 05:32 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 05:39 | 2 | On time |
| from Peterborough | Thameslink | 05:38 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Thameslink | 05:42 | 2 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Thameslink | 05:55 | 1 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Great Northern | 06:03 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Thameslink | 06:04 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 04:59 | 1 | On time |
| to Horsham | Thameslink | 05:07 | 1 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 05:26 | 1 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 05:33 | 1 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Great Northern | 05:39 | 2 | On time |
| to Horsham | Thameslink | 05:41 | 1 | On time |
| to Peterborough | Thameslink | 05:42 | 2 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 05:56 | 1 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 06:04 | 1 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Thameslink | 06:05 | 2 | On time |