Day trip from Luton to Northampton
Northampton lies 52 km (32 mi) north-west of Luton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 52 km (32 mi) apart, Northampton is a realistic day trip from Luton: about 51 min each way by road.
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| Luton | Northampton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 225,262 | 245,899 |
| Elevation | 117 m (384 ft) | 97 m (318 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EX14–TQ13 | NN1 |
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Staying in Northampton
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Common questions
How far is Northampton from Luton?
52 km (32 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Luton; by road roughly 64 km (39 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luton to Northampton by road?
About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luton and Northampton?
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.