Crawley to Leighton Buzzard: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.2 miles 95.3 km · straight line
86.6 miles actual route 139.3 km · driving distance
1h 39min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Crawley from Leighton Buzzard?

The distance from Crawley to Leighton Buzzard is 59.2 miles (95.3 km) as the crow flies. Leighton Buzzard is located NNW of Crawley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 86.6 miles, taking about 1h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Crawley and Leighton Buzzard. 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 Crawley to Leighton Buzzard

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 39min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 59min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 34min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crawley & Leighton Buzzard

Quick Facts

Crawley
51.11°N, 0.18°W
Europe/London
84m elevation
Leighton Buzzard
51.92°N, 0.66°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 420.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM