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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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35

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Canterbury West (CBW)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Canterbury West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Canterbury West is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Canterbury West.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Canterbury West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Canterbury West Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    07:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    09:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    12:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    13:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    13:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    14:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    14:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:13
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    16:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    17:11
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:41
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Hitchin
    Canterbury West
    Hitchin to Canterbury West

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

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hitchin and Canterbury West

The travel time between Hitchin and Canterbury West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Canterbury West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Hitchin & Canterbury West. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Canterbury West.

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