The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hitchin to London
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hitchin to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hitchin to London will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Hitchin for London 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 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 54 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 London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 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
Hitchin to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hitchin to London coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:25 Hitchin | 1h45 | 11:10 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
![]() | 04:51 Hitchin | 1h54 | 06:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hitchin to London
Buses from Hitchin to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Hitchin to LondonYou can travel by bus between Hitchin to London with FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hitchin to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to London 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 London, 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 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 14.3 miles (23.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hitchin and London
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, A1, 888 Train: Luton Airport Parkway
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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