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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Hitchin takes 6h 37m 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 37m
Duration
339 mi
Distance
£175
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Penzance to Hitchin train times

Trains run every 2 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 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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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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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink7h 44m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink9h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 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, November 13, 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, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 22m • 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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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 23m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink7h 4m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink7h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)Thameslink6h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 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 Tuesday, November 17, 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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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.

Map of how to get from Penzance to Hitchin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 339.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 37m

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 9m.

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