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Journey Information
There are 711 intercity buses per day from Hitchin to Luton. Traveling by bus from Hitchin to Luton usually takes around 30 minutes, but the fastest Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) bus can make the trip in 8 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (12 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 8m |
| Cheapest price | $12.04 |
| Trips per day | 711 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Hitchin to Luton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hitchin to Luton. Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) | 711 | 0h 31m | $12.16 |
Book Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) from Hitchin to Luton from $12. There are 711 Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) schedules from Hitchin to Luton and you can expect on average to pay for a Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) ticket to Luton. In Hitchin, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) departs to Luton from Hitching Hermitage Rd (Stop B) and 5 other stations. In Luton, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) arrives at Luton Bus Station Interchange and 6 other stations.
An average trip on Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) from Hitchin to Luton takes 0 hours and 31 minutes , while the fastest available Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) trip will get you to Luton in 0 hours and 8 minutes .
On weekends, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) offers 443 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Luton.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 30 minutes to cover the 12 kilometers from Hitchin to Luton. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Hitchin to Luton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 711 scheduled buses that travel from Hitchin to Luton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Hitchin to Luton without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Hitchin to Luton; ticket prices start at $56.44.
City Information
Luton
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Situated on the River Lea, Luton is a vibrant town only 29 miles northwest of London. The city's local history is celebrated and displayed at the Stockwood Discovery Centre. This free attraction offers gardens, a cafe, and a museum, together creating a great place to spend the day exploring.
To add some retail therapy to your vacation, visit The Mall to browse over 100 shops, including both high street retailers and independent shops. The Mall also houses many restaurants and cafes, making it a relaxing place to stop and take a load off with a latte—or an afternoon tea, if you'd like to really embrace local tradition.
Due to its location near London, Luton is a very accessible town. Access via rail, bus, and air is available from its international airport, where frequent services from London and other major cities arrive.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Hitchin?
Main departure station: Hitching Hermitage Rd (Stop B)
Buses to Luton leave from 6 stations in Hitchin.
All bus stations in Hitchin:
Hitching Hermitage Rd (Stop B)
1A Queen St
Hitchin Oakfield Ave (To Airport)
Hitchin Stevenage Rd
Hitchin Luton Rd
Hitchin the Maples
Where does the bus arrive in Luton?
Main arrival station: Luton Bus Station Interchange
Buses arrive in Luton at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Luton:
Luton Bus Station Interchange
Stopsley Inspire (To Airport)
Luton Stopsley Primary School Hitchin Rd
Butterfield Business Park
Luton Wigmore Ln Asda
London Luton Airport Coach Station
Luton Ashcroft Rd
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