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Cambridge to Hitchin train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cambridge to Hitchin, starting from £5.60 and averaging £11.20. The entire journey takes no more than 32m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Aug 10
From £5.60
Mon, Aug 11
From £14.90
Tue, Aug 12
From £14.90
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:06 Cambridge	06:34 Hitchin	1h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:25 Cambridge	06:59 Hitchin	1h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:40 Cambridge	07:32 Hitchin	52m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:00 Cambridge	07:58 Hitchin	58m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:28 Cambridge	08:09 Hitchin	41m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Cambridge	08:33 Paris	38m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cambridge to Hitchin train route details

First train

05:06

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Cambridge

Arrival station

Hitchin

Journey time

32m

Distance

25 miles

Price

£5.60*

Train Operators

Great Northern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Hitchin

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cambridge to Hitchin. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cambridge to Hitchin, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Hitchin ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cambridge to Hitchin more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge to Hitchin train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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