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 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 39m.

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 39m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Reading to Hitchin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Hitchin train from?

Reading to Hitchin train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Hitchin train arrive?

Reading to Hitchin train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without 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?

There are 897+ hotels available in Hitchin.

Reading to Hitchin - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Hitchin by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HitchinBrighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 39m
£32–71
Drive 55.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Hitchin55.4 mi
1h 24m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon WithoutElizabeth
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HitchinBrighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 51m
£38–99

Reading to Hitchin by train

604Weekly Trains

1h 39mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.2 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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 39m.

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