Leighton Buzzard to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

24.9 miles 40.1 km · straight line
31 miles actual route 49.9 km · driving distance
42min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Leighton Buzzard from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Leighton Buzzard to Northampton, United Kingdom is 24.9 miles (40.1 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located NNW of Leighton Buzzard. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31 miles, taking about 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. 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 Leighton Buzzard and Northampton, United Kingdom. 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 Leighton Buzzard to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Leighton Buzzard & Northampton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Leighton Buzzard
51.92°N, 0.66°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 999.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM