Accrington to Luton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.7 miles 245.8 km · straight line
193.9 miles actual route 312 km · driving distance
3h 37min estimated drive time
£29 - £36 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Luton?

The distance from Accrington to Luton is 152.7 miles (245.8 km) as the crow flies. Luton is located SSE of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.9 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington and Luton. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Accrington to Luton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 37min £29 - £36 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 20min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 26min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Luton

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
Luton
51.88°N, 0.42°W
Europe/London
117m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 163 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM