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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Hitchin (HIT)

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41

train journeys
per day

57

miles (92 kms)

2hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

00:34 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Hitchin (HIT)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone East and Hitchin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone East to Hitchin is approximately 57 miles (92 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone East to Hitchin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 5 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Maidstone East to Hitchin

Journeys from Maidstone East to Hitchin Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:34
    6 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:04
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:29
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:44
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:19
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:44
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:30
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:27
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:27
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:20
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:27
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:14
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:27
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:50
    Maidstone East
    Hitchin
    Maidstone East to Hitchin

About Maidstone East Station

Station name Maidstone East (MDE)
Address Maidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Maidstone East and Hitchin

The travel time between Maidstone East and Hitchin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone East and Hitchin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Maidstone East & Hitchin. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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