Luton to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

32.4 miles 52.1 km · straight line
36.9 miles actual route 59.4 km · driving distance
47min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Luton from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Luton to Northampton, United Kingdom is 32.4 miles (52.1 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located NW of Luton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 36.9 miles, taking about 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Luton 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 Luton to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 47min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Luton & Northampton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Luton
51.88°N, 0.42°W
Europe/London
117m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 769.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM