Driving from Reading to Luton
Luton lies 61 km (38 mi) north-east of Reading, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 55 min without stops, over roughly 74 km (46 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Reading | Luton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 318,014 | 225,262 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 117 m (384 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | RG1–RG6 | EX14–TQ13 |
Where to book car hire from Reading to Luton
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Staying in Luton
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Common questions
How far is Luton from Reading?
61 km (38 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Reading; by road roughly 74 km (46 mi).
How long does it take to get from Reading to Luton by car?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Reading and Luton?
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.