Driving from Luton to Barking
Barking lies 52 km (32 mi) south-east of Luton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 47 min without stops, over roughly 63 km (39 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Luton | Barking | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 225,262 | 218,534 |
| Elevation | 117 m (384 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EX14–TQ13 | IG11–IP6 |
Where to book car hire from Luton to Barking
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Staying in Barking
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Common questions
How far is Barking from Luton?
52 km (32 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Luton; by road roughly 63 km (39 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luton to Barking by car?
About 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luton and Barking?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.