Getting from London to Luton Airport by public transport usually means a Thameslink or East Midlands Railway train to Luton Airport Parkway, then the DART shuttle up to the terminal – fine with a small bag, harder with suitcases or children, and impossible for the first flights of the day. A London to Luton Airport taxi picks you up at your door and drops you at the terminal for a fixed £72 from central London.
London to Luton Airport taxi prices
Fixed fares for the whole vehicle, including the airport drop-off charge:
| From | Distance | Typical time | Saloon | Estate | 8-seater | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central London (W1, WC, EC, SW1, SE1, NW1) | 34 miles | 1h 10m | £72 | £79 | £120 | £95 |
| King’s Cross & St Pancras | 32.1 miles | 57 mins | £83 | £91 | £107 | £106 |
| Paddington | 32.1 miles | 56 mins | £83 | £91 | £107 | £106 |
| Canary Wharf | 53.7 miles | 1h 03m | £107 | £117 | £138 | £135 |
| Wembley | 29.5 miles | 41 mins | £80 | £87 | £103 | £103 |
| Harrow | 23.6 miles | 39 mins | £70 | £77 | £91 | £91 |
| Barnet | 23.4 miles | 30 mins | £70 | £77 | £90 | £91 |
| Enfield | 28 miles | 38 mins | £78 | £85 | £100 | £100 |
The central London fare covers W1, WC1, WC2, EC1 to EC4, SW1, SE1 and NW1 – the West End, Soho, Mayfair, the City, Holborn, Westminster, Victoria, Waterloo, Southwark and Camden. For any other London address, enter it in the quote form above for an exact price. Full list: Luton Airport taxi prices.
How long is a taxi from London to Luton Airport?
Luton Airport is about 34 miles from central London, mostly on the M1. The motorway section is quick; the slow part is getting out of London. Allow:
- 70 to 90 minutes from the West End, the City or Westminster during the day
- around 50 minutes from central London very early in the morning
- 30 to 40 minutes from north-west London – Harrow, Barnet, Wembley
- about an hour from Canary Wharf and east London, which usually join the M25 or A1(M)
We plan your pickup time around your flight so you reach the terminal with the two to three hours the airport recommends.
Taxi or train from London to Luton Airport?
| Taxi | Train + DART | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | Yes | No – station, train, then shuttle |
| Luggage | Loaded for you | You carry it through two stations |
| First flights (before 6am) | Any time, 24/7 | Limited early services |
| Price for 1 person | £72 (central London) | Usually cheaper |
| Price for 4 people | £72 total – £18 each | Four full fares plus four DART tickets |
The DART shuttle itself costs £4.90 per adult and takes about four minutes between Luton Airport Parkway and the terminal.
Picking up from anywhere in London
We collect from homes, hotels, offices and stations across London. Popular pickups for Luton include King’s Cross St Pancras (for travellers arriving by Eurostar or from the north), Paddington, the hotels of the West End and Kensington, and Canary Wharf for business flights. Just give us the full address or hotel name when you book.
Vehicles from London to Luton Airport
- Saloon – 4 passengers, 2 large cases
- Estate – 4 passengers, 4 large cases
- MPV 6 and 8-seaters – families and groups, up to 8 passengers and 8 cases
- Executive, Executive MPV and First Class – Mercedes E-Class, V-Class and S-Class
Coming back from Luton to London
Book the return at the same time and save 5%. We track your inbound flight and wait in arrivals with your name. See Luton Airport to London taxi.
London to Luton Airport taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from London to Luton Airport?
£72 fixed from central London in a saloon. From Paddington or King’s Cross it is £83, from Wembley £80 and from Canary Wharf £107.
How long does a taxi from London to Luton Airport take?
Usually 70 to 90 minutes from central London during the day, less early in the morning.
Is it cheaper to get a taxi or the train to Luton Airport?
For one person the train is usually cheaper. For two or more people, or with luggage, the taxi is often similar per person and goes door to door.
Can you pick me up from a London hotel?
Yes. Give us the hotel name when you book and your driver meets you at reception or the main entrance.
Do you run to Luton Airport early in the morning?
Yes, 24 hours a day.
Is the airport drop-off charge extra?
No, it is included in the fixed price.