The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hitchin to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
9 h 24 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hitchin to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to Edinburgh will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Hitchin to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:1210h38Hitchin18:50Edinburgh£731One-way2 changes
22:169h24Hitchin7:40Edinburgh£731One-way2 changes
22:169h24Hitchin7:40Edinburgh£731One-way2 changes
8:1210h38Hitchin18:50Edinburgh£731One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hitchin to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 484 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £42 Average Price |
10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hitchin to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to Edinburgh coaches for today, Thursday 2 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:16 Hitchin | 9h24 | 7:40 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| Friday 3 April | |||||
![]() | 8:12 Hitchin | 10h38 | 18:50 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hitchin to Edinburgh
Buses from Hitchin to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 484 km distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 484 km |
Average bus duration 9h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 10m |
First bus 1:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Hitchin to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Hitchin to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hitchin to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and Edinburgh
- 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
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