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

53.3 miles 85.8 km · straight line
71.3 miles actual route 114.7 km · driving distance
1h 29min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, United Kingdom from Luton?

The distance from Chatham, United Kingdom to Luton is 53.3 miles (85.8 km) as the crow flies. Luton is located NW of Chatham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 71.3 miles, taking about 1h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Chatham, 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 Chatham, United Kingdom to Luton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 29min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 47min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, United Kingdom & Luton

Quick Facts

Chatham, United Kingdom
51.38°N, 0.53°E
Europe/London
21m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 467.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM