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Journey Information
There are 598 intercity buses per day from Luton to Hitchin. Traveling by bus from Luton to Hitchin usually takes around 29 minutes, but the fastest Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) bus can make the trip in 6 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (12 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 6m |
| Cheapest price | €8.18 |
| Trips per day | 598 |
| Most frequent service | Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Luton to Hitchin?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Luton to Hitchin. 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) | 598 | 0h 30m | €8.28 |
Book Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) from Luton to Hitchin from €8. There are 598 trips per day offered by Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) from Luton to Hitchin and you can expect on average to pay for a Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) ticket to Hitchin. In Luton, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) departs to Hitchin from Luton Bus Station Interchange and 7 other stations. In Hitchin, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) arrives at 1A Queen St and 5 other stations.
An average trip on Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) from Luton to Hitchin takes 0 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) trip will get you to Hitchin in 0 hours and 6 minutes .
On weekends, Arriva UK Bus (100/101 Luton to Stevenage) offers 375 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Hitchin.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 29 minutes to cover the 12 kilometers from Luton to Hitchin. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 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.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Luton to Hitchin for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Luton to Hitchin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 598 scheduled buses that travel from Luton to Hitchin 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 Luton to Hitchin without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Luton to Hitchin; ticket prices start at €39.61.
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 Luton?
Main departure station: Luton Bus Station Interchange
Buses to Hitchin leave from 8 stations in Luton.
All bus stations in Luton:
Luton Bus Station Interchange
Stopsley Inspire (To Airport)
Butterfield Business Park
Luton Stopsley Primary School Hitchin Rd
London Luton Airport Coach Station
Luton Wigmore Ln Asda
Luton Ashcroft Rd
Luton Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Hitchin?
Main arrival station: 1A Queen St
Buses arrive in Hitchin at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Hitchin:
1A Queen St
Hitching Hermitage Rd (Stop B)
Hitchin Oakfield Ave (To Airport)
Hitchin Luton Rd
Hitchin Stevenage Rd
Hitchin the Maples
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