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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Hitchin (HIT)

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30

train journeys
per day

139

miles (224 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Hitchin (HIT)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Hitchin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Hitchin is approximately 139 miles (224 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

Transport for Wales, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Hitchin.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Hitchin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Hitchin Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:46
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:19
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:50
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:43
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:32
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    18:43
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:55
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:50
    Chester
    Hitchin
    Chester to Hitchin

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Hitchin Station

Station name Hitchin (HIT)
Address Hitchin station, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Hitchin

The travel time between Chester and Hitchin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Hitchin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Hitchin can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Hitchin. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Hitchin.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester and Hitchin, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.