Hitchin to Royston train with Great Northern

Fri, Feb 06
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Royston

Showing times and prices for Feb 06

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

17 m

Average duration

18 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Royston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hitchin to Royston will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Hitchin for Royston on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Great Northern
12:58AM0h19
Hitchin
01:17AMRoyston
101One-way
0 transfers
Great Northern
03:14PM0h17
Hitchin
03:31PMRoyston
101One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Hitchin to Royston train times

The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Royston trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:18 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_northern12:58 AM Hitchin
0h19
1:17 AM Royston0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hitchin to Royston

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Trains from Hitchin to Royston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
20 km
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
17m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Northern, Thameslink from Hitchin to Royston trainsGreat Northern, Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Royston from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
€8
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
€8
Great Northern frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Hitchin to Royston

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Royston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Royston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Hitchin to Royston can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hitchin to Royston is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Hitchin to Royston is 17m to travel the 20 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Hitchin to Royston leaves at 12:04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Hitchin to Royston leaves at 11:54 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Hitchin to Royston with Great Northern, Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Hitchin to Royston, you can count on Great Northern, Thameslink for the best way to get you to Royston. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Hitchin and Royston and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Royston from Hitchin is worth doing with a journey time of 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hitchin to Royston is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hitchin and Royston including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hitchin to Royston

Hitchin
Royston
The major train station for departures in Hitchin is Hitchin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hitchin for your trip from Hitchin to Royston.
HitchinWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the the front of the station next to the night gate.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: 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 so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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