Luton to St Albans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

9.6 miles 15.5 km · straight line
12.1 miles actual route 19.4 km · driving distance
22min estimated drive time
£2 - £2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Luton from St Albans?

The distance from Luton to St Albans is 9.6 miles (15.5 km) as the crow flies. St Albans is located SSE of Luton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.1 miles, taking about 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. 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 Luton and St Albans. 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 St Albans

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22min £2 - £2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Luton & St Albans

Quick Facts

Luton
51.88°N, 0.42°W
Europe/London
117m elevation
St Albans
51.75°N, 0.33°W
Europe/London
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM