Hitchin to Luton bus with Red Eagle

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Compare bus and train for Hitchin to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hitchin to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $24.

Distance: 8 miles (13 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$5

Average price

Cheapest

$30

Average price

$3

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

30m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 15m

Average total duration

45m

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30m

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23m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Hitchin to Luton is a bus with an average price of $5 (€4).

This is compared to other travel options from Hitchin to Luton:

A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hitchin to Luton costing on average $30 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Hitchin to Luton is by bus with an average journey time of 30m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Train takes on average 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hitchin and Luton including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hitchin to Luton among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -1h -7m sooner (30m by bus vs 23m by car) and save roughly $-1.59 (€-1.28) compared to fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $3 (€3)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by Red Eagle, Arriva UK.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Hitchin to Luton Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
04:49AM
Arrival Time
05:09AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
05:19AM
Arrival Time
05:39AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
05:49AM
Arrival Time
06:09AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
06:18AM
Arrival Time
06:38AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
06:46AM
Arrival Time
07:14AM
Duration
0h28
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:23AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
07:19AM
Arrival Time
07:47AM
Duration
0h28
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
07:37AM
Arrival Time
08:00AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
07:54AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
08:12AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
08:24AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
08:42AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
08:54AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Red Eagle
Departure Time
09:02AM
Arrival Time
09:51AM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$0.00
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
09:12AM
Arrival Time
09:35AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
09:24AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
09:42AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
09:54AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
10:12AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
10:24AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
10:42AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
10:54AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Red Eagle
Departure Time
11:02AM
Arrival Time
11:51AM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$0.00
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
11:12AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
11:24AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
11:41AM
Arrival Time
12:01PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
11:42AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
11:54AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:08PM
Arrival Time
12:33PM
Duration
0h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:12PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:24PM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:41PM
Arrival Time
01:01PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:42PM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
12:54PM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
01:08PM
Arrival Time
01:33PM
Duration
0h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
01:12PM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
01:24PM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
0h26
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Red Eagle
Departure Time
01:32PM
Arrival Time
02:21PM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$0.00
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
01:41PM
Arrival Time
02:01PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
01:42PM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
0h23
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
02:08PM
Arrival Time
02:33PM
Duration
0h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
02:41PM
Arrival Time
03:01PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
03:08PM
Arrival Time
03:33PM
Duration
0h25
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
03:41PM
Arrival Time
04:01PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
04:41PM
Arrival Time
05:03PM
Duration
0h22
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
05:41PM
Arrival Time
06:03PM
Duration
0h22
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
07:16PM
Arrival Time
07:36PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
08:16PM
Arrival Time
08:36PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
09:16PM
Arrival Time
09:36PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
Arriva UK
Departure Time
10:16PM
Arrival Time
10:36PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$5

Compare prices and tickets Hitchin to Luton by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Hitchin to Luton

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Buses from Hitchin to Luton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
8 miles (13 km)
Average bus duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
20m
First bus
12:02 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Red Eagle, Arriva UK from Hitchin to LutonYou can travel by bus between Hitchin to Luton with Red Eagle, Arriva UK for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Red Eagle

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Red Eagle frequency
3 a day

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Arriva UK frequency
23 a day

Complete guide to Luton

Things to do in Luton

Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.

  • Must visit

Wardown House, Museum and Gallery

Victorian mansion museum in Wardown Park showcasing Luton history, lace-making, military objects, and changing gallery exhibitions.

  • Recommended

Stockwood Discovery Centre

Free local museum with collections on rural crafts, carriages, social history, and the restored Mossman Collection set in landscaped grounds.

The Hat Factory Arts Centre

Contemporary arts venue in central Luton with galleries, performance spaces, and exhibitions linked to the town’s hat-making heritage.

Pound Sterling

Generally cheaper than London, but hotel and rail prices can rise sharply on busy travel days.

Average meal costs

Budget
GBP 8-12 for takeaway or fast food.
Mid-range
GBP 18-30 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
GBP 50+ per person at upscale venues.
Coffee
GBP 3-4 for a regular coffee.

Tipping culture

Service charge is uncommon outside larger restaurants. Tip about 10% for good table service, round up taxis, and tipping is not expected for counter service.

FAQs: Bus from Hitchin to Luton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hitchin to Luton by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Hitchin to Luton can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Hitchin to Luton is $5 (€4) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Hitchin to Luton is 20m to travel the 8 miles (13 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Hitchin to Luton leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Hitchin to Luton leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Hitchin to Luton with Red Eagle, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Hitchin to Luton, you can count on Red Eagle, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Hitchin and Luton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Luton from Hitchin is worth doing with a journey time of 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Hitchin to Luton is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hitchin and Luton including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from Hitchin to Luton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Luton are:
  • Stockwood Discovery Centre, a museum featuring local history exhibits, gardens, and a collection of horse-drawn carriages
  • Wardown House Museum and Gallery, a Victorian mansion offering art exhibitions and insights into Luton's history
  • Luton Hoo Estate, a historic country house with expansive gardens and a golf course
  • Whipsnade Zoo, a large zoo home to a variety of animals and conservation programs
  • The Hat Factory Arts Centre, a cultural venue hosting performances, workshops, and art exhibitions.
The best things to do in Luton include:
  • The Mall Luton, a large shopping center with a variety of retail stores and dining options
  • Woodside Animal Farm, a family-friendly attraction featuring a range of animals, play areas, and seasonal events
  • Luton Indoor Market, a bustling market offering a variety of goods from fresh produce to unique crafts
  • Stockwood Park, a large public park perfect for picnics, walks, and outdoor sports
  • The Galaxy, an entertainment complex featuring a cinema, bowling alley, and restaurants.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
No, luggage for the bus from Hitchin to Luton needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Hitchin to Luton.
Since neither Hitchin nor Luton are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hitchin to Luton among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Luton, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as Luton Airport and the town center. Taxi scams can occur, so using licensed cabs or pre-booked transportation is advised. Be wary of unofficial currency exchange services offering poor rates or counterfeit notes. Staying vigilant in busy spots and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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