What is the cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Hitchin to Essex is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hitchin to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Hitchin to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Hitchin and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Hitchin to Essex. However, there are services departing from Moormead Close and arriving at Polecat Road via Airport Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Hitchin and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Hitchin to Essex. However, there are services departing from Hitchin and arriving at White Notley via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Hitchin to Essex?

The distance between Hitchin and Essex is 76 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Hitchin to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Hitchin to Essex without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Hitchin to Essex?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Hitchin to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hitchin to Essex bus from?

Hitchin to Essex bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Moormead Close station.

Where do I catch the Hitchin to Essex train from?

Hitchin to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Hitchin station.

Train or bus from Hitchin to Essex?

The best way to get from Hitchin to Essex is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Hitchin to Essex bus arrive?

Hitchin to Essex bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Hitchin to Essex train arrive?

Hitchin to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Hitchin to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Hitchin to Essex is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Hitchin to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Hitchin to Essex?

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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Hitchin to Essex - 5 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Hitchin to Essex by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hitchin to Farringdontrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 29m
£38–77
Drive 48.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hitchin to Essexcar 48.1 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Moormead Close to Airport Bus Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 737
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
4h 16m
£15–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hitchin to Essextaxi 48.1 mi
1h 2m
£100–120
Train via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Stevenage to Moorgatetrain Stevenage - Moorgate
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 46m
£36–78

Hitchin to Essex by train and subway

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.6 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Hitchin to White Notley via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Moormead Close to Polecat Road via Airport Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 4h 16m.

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