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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Hitchin (HIT)

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66

train journeys
per day

59

miles (95 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Hitchin (HIT)

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On a typical weekday there are 66 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Hitchin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 66 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Hitchin is approximately 59 miles (95 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Hitchin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Hitchin Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    07:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:47
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:48
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    08:10
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    08:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:07
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:07
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:10
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:50
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:50
    Leicester
    Hitchin
    Leicester to Hitchin

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

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 Leicester and Hitchin

The travel time between Leicester and Hitchin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Hitchin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 66 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Hitchin. owever, there are 66 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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