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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Hitchin takes 6h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance 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.

6h 45m
Duration
339 mi
Distance
£174
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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6h 11m
£147–257

Penzance to Hitchin train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Penzance and Hitchin. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Hitchin at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 18m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink7h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 22m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance 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.

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  • Distance: 339.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Hitchin via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 6h 11m.

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