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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hitchin to Watford
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hitchin to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Watford will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Hitchin for Watford on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
04:26AM1h50
Hitchin06:16AMWatford
€371One-way
0 transfers
01:25PM2h04
Hitchin03:29PMWatford
€371One-way
0 transfers
04:26AM1h50
Hitchin06:16AMWatford
€371One-way
0 transfers
01:25PM2h04
Hitchin03:29PMWatford
€371One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hitchin to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 34 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Hitchin to Watford train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6
Last updated at 11:48 AM
Last updated at 11:48 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM Hitchin | 1h50 | 6:16 AM Watford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hitchin to Watford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Hitchin to Watford run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:25 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Train companies: London Public Transportation (3), Thameslink from Hitchin to Watford trainsLondon Public Transportation (3), Thameslink trains will get you between Hitchin and Watford from €5. 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
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
€42
Thameslink frequency
8 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
London Public Transportation (3)
About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€37
London Public Transportation (3) frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger
FAQs: Trains from Hitchin to Watford
FAQs: Travel by train from Hitchin to Watford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hitchin to Watford.
Cheap train tickets from Hitchin to Watford can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hitchin to Watford is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Hitchin to Watford is on average 1 h 30 min for the 34 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Watford from Hitchin by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Hitchin to Watford leaves at 00: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Hitchin to Watford leaves at 23: 13.
There are 17 trains a day from Hitchin to Watford which require at least one change with London Public Transportation (3) or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the trip from Hitchin to Watford you can take a train with London Public Transportation (3) or Thameslink. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Hitchin to Watford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 13.
A day trip to Watford from Hitchin is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Hitchin to Watford by train is January.
You have options as you can travel between Hitchin and Watford 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hitchin to Watford
Hitchin
Watford
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 Watford.
Hitchin
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shop, Platform1 and Newsagent, Platform 2
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
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
- Toilets Location: WC available on Platform 1 and 2 Accessible Toilet Location - Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Watford is Bushey. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bushey for your journey to Watford from Hitchin.
Bushey
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 21:00 Saturday 08:15 - 15:15 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Bushey Station
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind the Ticket Office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Bushey
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop A in Pinner Road for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
Watford Junction
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Watford Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
Carpenders Park
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday 10:30 - 12:30
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Local shops nearby
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category B2. Long sloping ramp from station entrance to booking hall. Level access from booking hall to platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Outside booking office. Sloped passage from entrance to booking hall.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Carpenders Park
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop C in Prestwick Road for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Prestwick Road for southbound services to Euston
Watford High Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00 Saturday 09:30 - 12:15
Shopping
- Type of shops available: High Street shops located nearby
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Level access to ticket office from street. Single island platform, accessible from entrance by staircase only
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Watford High Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop A in Lower High Street for northbound services to Watford Junction Use Bus stop B in Lower High Street for southbound services to Harrow & Wealdstone
- Metro: Watford London Underground station (Metropolitan line) is approximately 34 minutes' walk away
Most popular train connections from Hitchin
Most popular trains to and from Watford and Hitchin
Most popular train connections to Watford
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