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Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin by train

First train

07:19

Last train

20:47

Departure station

Penrith (North Lakes)

Arrival station

Hitchin

Journey time

From 5h 51m

Distance

214 miles (344 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin by train

Looking to travel from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 8 hours 53 minutes to travel from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 51 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 214 miles (344 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Hitchin, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to get to Hitchin. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin take?

The average journey time by train between Penrith (North Lakes) and Hitchin is 8 hours and 53 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Penrith (North Lakes) and Hitchin by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin is 5 hours and 51 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin?

No, there are no direct train services from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin. Travelling from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin leave?

The first train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin leaves at 07:19. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin leave?

The last train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin leaves at 20:47. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Penrith (North Lakes) and Hitchin by train?

Trains travelling from Penrith (North Lakes) to Hitchin cover a distance of around 214 miles (344 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Hitchin to Penrith (North Lakes).

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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