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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hitchin is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Hitchin is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Hitchin?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Hitchin. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at West Hill via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Hitchin?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Hitchin. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Hitchin via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Reading to Hitchin?

The distance between Reading and Hitchin is 73 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Hitchin without a car is to train via London which takes 1h 27m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Reading to Hitchin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hitchin bus from?

Reading to Hitchin bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hitchin train from?

Reading to Hitchin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Hitchin?

The best way to get from Reading to Hitchin is to train via London which takes 1h 27m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Reading to Hitchin bus arrive?

Reading to Hitchin bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Hitchin train arrive?

Reading to Hitchin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Hitchin?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Hitchin is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Reading to Hitchin.

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

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Where can I stay near Hitchin?

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Reading to Hitchin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Hitchin by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Hitchintrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 27m
£35–81
Drive 55.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hitchincar 55.4 mi
1h 24m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
3h 52m
£34–47
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Hitchintrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 54m
£48–81

Reading to Hitchin by train

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Distance: 72.2 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Hitchin via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to West Hill via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Luton Station Interchange in around 3h 52m.

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