The average train between Hitchin and Hereford takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Hitchin to Hereford. 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 hourly between Hitchin and Hereford. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hitchin is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Hereford at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Hitchin to Hereford? 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 Hitchin to Hereford. However, there are services departing from Hitchin station and arriving at Hereford station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Hitchin to Hereford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Hitchin station.
Hitchin to Hereford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Hereford station.
Book your Hitchin to Hereford train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hitchin and Hereford is 166.8 km. The road distance is 342 km.
You can take a train from Hitchin to Hereford via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 15m.