The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Hertford
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 19 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Hertford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hertford will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Hertford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 9 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 58 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, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Hertford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hertford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 505 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£30 Average Price | £58 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Hertford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hertford coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 Edinburgh | 9h20 | 19:55 Hertford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Hertford
Buses from Edinburgh to Hertford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 505 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 505 km |
Average bus duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to HertfordYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Hertford with National Express for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Hertford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Hertford 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 Hertford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Hertford
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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