Leighton Buzzard to St Albans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Leighton Buzzard from St Albans?

The distance from Leighton Buzzard to St Albans is 18 miles (29 km) as the crow flies. St Albans is located SE of Leighton Buzzard. By car, the driving distance is approximately 23.4 miles, taking about 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 St Albans. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.