The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hitchin to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hitchin to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Cambridge will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hitchin for Cambridge every day 1 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 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 8 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 Hitchin to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Cambridge 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 37m. 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 £8.
Distance: 38 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hitchin to Cambridge
Buses from Hitchin to Cambridge run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 8m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Hitchin to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Hitchin to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hitchin to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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