The average train between Harlow and Hitchin takes 1h 8m and the fastest train takes 55 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Harlow 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.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Harlow and Hitchin. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Hitchin at 12:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Hale and take an average of 1h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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1h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Harlow 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.
No, there is no direct train from Harlow to Hitchin. However, there are services departing from Harlow station and arriving at Hitchin station via Tottenham Hale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.
Harlow to Hitchin train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Harlow Town station.
Harlow to Hitchin train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hitchin station.
Book your Harlow to Hitchin train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Harlow and Hitchin is 33.3 km. The road distance is 79 km.
You can take a train from Harlow Town to Hitchin via Tottenham Hale, Tottenham Hale Station, Finsbury Park station, and Finsbury Park in around 57 min.