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

37 miles 59.5 km · straight line
49.8 miles actual route 80.2 km · driving distance
1h 22min estimated drive time
£8 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Luton from Oxford, United Kingdom?

The distance from Luton to Oxford, United Kingdom is 37 miles (59.5 km) as the crow flies. Oxford, United Kingdom is located WSW of Luton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 49.8 miles, taking about 1h 22min. 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 Oxford, 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 Oxford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 22min £8 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Luton & Oxford, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Luton
51.88°N, 0.42°W
Europe/London
117m elevation
Oxford, United Kingdom
51.75°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 673.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM