Driving from Luton to Bedford
Bedford lies 29 km (18 mi) north of Luton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 26 min without stops, over roughly 35 km (22 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Luton | Bedford | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 225,262 | 106,940 |
| Elevation | 117 m (384 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EX14–TQ13 | MK40 |
Where to book car hire from Luton to Bedford
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Staying in Bedford
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Common questions
How far is Bedford from Luton?
29 km (18 mi) in a straight line, north of Luton; by road roughly 35 km (22 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luton to Bedford by car?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luton and Bedford?
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.