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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Leicester (LEI)

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53

train journeys
per day

59

miles (95 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:11 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Leicester is approximately 59 miles (95 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 11 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Leicester Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:11
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:07
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    07:05
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:03
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:11
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    08:08
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:41
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    09:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    10:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:34
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Hitchin
    Leicester
    Hitchin to Leicester

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 Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hitchin and Leicester

The travel time between Hitchin and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Hitchin and Leicester 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 & Leicester. owever, there are 53 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Leicester.

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