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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Middlesbrough and Hitchin. The average train journey from Middlesbrough to Hitchin takes 4 hours and 21 minutes, but some Northern Rail + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 186 mi (299 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 10m |
| Lowest price | £34.67 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Middlesbrough to Hitchin?
2 train services operate from Middlesbrough to Hitchin. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 7 | 4h 30m | £56.26 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 3h 20m | £142.60 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Middlesbrough to Hitchin start from £35, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Hitchin. Northern Rail + Connections in Middlesbrough leaves from Middlesbrough Train Station . And in Hitchin trains arrive at Rail Station .
From Middlesbrough to Hitchin train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hitchin faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 10 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Middlesbrough to Hitchin start from £143, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Hitchin. TransPennine Express + Connections in Middlesbrough leaves from Middlesbrough Train Station . And in Hitchin trains arrive at Rail Station .
From Middlesbrough to Hitchin train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hitchin faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 10 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Middlesbrough and Hitchin is approximately 186 miles, or 299 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Middlesbrough to Hitchin. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Middlesbrough at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hitchin to Middlesbrough.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Middlesbrough?
Main departure station: Middlesbrough Train Station
There is one train station in Middlesbrough.
All train stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Train Station
Where is the train station in Hitchin?
Main arrival station: Rail Station
Hitchin has one train station.
Train stations in Hitchin:
Rail Station
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