Harwich to Luton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.6 miles 116.9 km · straight line
102.2 miles actual route 164.4 km · driving distance
2h 0min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
267° W bearing direction

How far is Harwich from Luton?

The distance from Harwich to Luton is 72.6 miles (116.9 km) as the crow flies. Luton is located W of Harwich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.2 miles, taking about 2h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Harwich 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 Harwich to Luton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 0min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 24min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 54min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Harwich & Luton

Quick Facts

Harwich
51.94°N, 1.28°E
Europe/London
1m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 342.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM