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It takes an average of 3h 43m to travel from Hitchin to Saxmundham by train, over a distance of around 77 miles (123 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from Hitchin to Saxmundham and tickets for this journey start from £28.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Hitchin | |
| Arrival station | Saxmundham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 77 miles (123 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £28.50 | |
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Travelling from Hitchin to Saxmundham by train
Looking to travel from Hitchin to Saxmundham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 43 minutes to travel from Hitchin to Saxmundham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 33 trains per day running along the 77 miles (123 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Saxmundham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia or Thameslink to get to Saxmundham – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Hitchin to Saxmundham in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £28.50.
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Cheap train tickets from Hitchin to Saxmundham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Hitchin to Saxmundham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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