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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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47

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

04:11 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Canterbury East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 47 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Canterbury East is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Canterbury East.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Canterbury East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Canterbury East Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:31
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:41
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:56
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:55
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:09
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:55
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:55
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:41
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:55
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Hitchin
    Canterbury East
    Hitchin to Canterbury East

About Hitchin Station

Station name Hitchin (HIT)
Address Hitchin station, Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 07:15 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hitchin and Canterbury East

The travel time between Hitchin and Canterbury East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Canterbury East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Hitchin and Canterbury East can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Hitchin & Canterbury East. owever, there are 47 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Canterbury East.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Hitchin and Canterbury East, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.