Ipswich to Luton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

68.1 miles 109.6 km · straight line
91.2 miles actual route 146.7 km · driving distance
1h 53min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
260° W bearing direction

How far is Ipswich from Luton?

The distance from Ipswich to Luton is 68.1 miles (109.6 km) as the crow flies. Luton is located W of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.2 miles, taking about 1h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Luton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 53min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 16min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 47min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ipswich & Luton

Quick Facts

Ipswich
52.06°N, 1.16°E
Europe/London
18m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 365.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM