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The average train between Carlisle and Hitchin takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Hitchin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 9m
Duration
305 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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5h
£102–160

Carlisle to Hitchin train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Hitchin. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Hitchin at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 50m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 28m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Thameslink4h 26m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Hitchin? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Hitchin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 304.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Hitchin, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Hitchin via Newcastle and Stevenage in around 5h.

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