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

37.7 miles 60.6 km · straight line
55.9 miles actual route 90 km · driving distance
1h 8min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Luton from Reading, United Kingdom?

The distance from Luton to Reading, United Kingdom is 37.7 miles (60.6 km) as the crow flies. Reading, United Kingdom is located SW of Luton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.9 miles, taking about 1h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Luton and Reading, 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 Reading, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 8min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 22min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Luton & Reading, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Luton
51.88°N, 0.42°W
Europe/London
117m elevation
Reading, United Kingdom
51.46°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 661.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM