The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Hitchin
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Hitchin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Hitchin will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cambridge for Hitchin every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Hitchin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Hitchin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Hitchin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Hitchin coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:01 Cambridge | 2h36 | 06:37 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:05 Cambridge | 1h23 | 05:28 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:06 Cambridge | 1h28 | 05:34 Hitchin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Hitchin
Buses from Cambridge to Hitchin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 28m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to HitchinYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Hitchin with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Hitchin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Hitchin by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hitchin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hitchin, Queen Street, located 0.6 miles (911 m) away from the city centre.
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