The average train between Hitchin and Aberystwyth takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Hitchin to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Hitchin and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hitchin is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hitchin to Aberystwyth? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hitchin to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Hitchin station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Hitchin to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Hitchin station.
Hitchin to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Hitchin to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hitchin and Aberystwyth is 264 km. The road distance is 431 km.
You can take a train from Hitchin to Aberystwyth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 14m.