| First train | 04:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:13 | |
| Departure station | Folkestone Central | |
| Arrival station | Hitchin | |
| Journey time | From 1h 50m | |
| Distance | 86 miles (139 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Folkestone Central to Hitchin? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 37 minutes to travel the 86 miles (139 km) from Folkestone Central to Hitchin by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Hitchin. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Folkestone Central to Hitchin in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Hitchin by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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