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Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Retford

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28

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

1hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Hitchin (HIT) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Hitchin and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hitchin to Retford is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Retford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hitchin to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Hitchin to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:03
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    07:32
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:55
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:41
    2 hrs 2 changes
    14:41
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:11
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:41
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:41
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:41
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:50
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:41
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Hitchin
    Retford
    Hitchin to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hitchin and Retford

The travel time between Hitchin and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hitchin and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Hitchin and Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hitchin and Retford.

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