Cambridge, United Kingdom to Luton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

32.1 miles 51.7 km · straight line
38.3 miles actual route 61.6 km · driving distance
59min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Luton?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Luton is 32.1 miles (51.7 km) as the crow flies. Luton is located SW of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38.3 miles, taking about 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom to Luton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 59min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Luton

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 775.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM