Bedford to Luton Airport Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Bedford and Luton Airport? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 40 minutes, at a price fixed before you travel. This page sets out the distance, the route, the fares for each vehicle and how the pickup works.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 28 miles (45 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 40 minutes; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. The A6 south through Barton-le-Clay to Luton.
About Bedford
We collect from Bedford town centre and the villages of Bedfordshire. Luton is Bedford’s nearest major airport.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £77
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £110
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £123
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £188
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £208
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. The exact fixed price for your date and address is shown on the booking form before you pay, and does not change with traffic.
Pickup from your door
From Bedford the 40-minute drive means a pickup around 3 hours before a short-haul flight is a safe choice: about 2 hours 15 minutes is left at the airport once you arrive. For long-haul, add another hour. You are collected from your home, hotel or office, help with bags is included, and child seats cost nothing extra. Luton has one terminal and the car drops you right outside it; the DART shuttle is only needed by passengers arriving by train.
Arriving back
Flying back into Luton? Your driver tracks the flight and waits in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign. The first 60 minutes after landing are free and parking is already in the price, so a long passport queue costs you nothing. Book "Return" on the form to reserve both journeys at once with a discount on the way home to Bedford.
More information
See our Luton Airport transfers page and the Luton Airport pickup guide. Related route: Reliable from Northampton to Luton Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Bedford to Luton Airport?
About 28 miles (45 km).
How long does the journey take?
Usually 40 minutes from Bedford to Luton, more in the morning and evening peaks.
How much is a taxi from Bedford to Luton Airport?
From about £77 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £115 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
About 3 hours before a short-haul departure, which leaves around 2 hours 15 minutes at the airport; add an hour for long-haul.
Are child seats available?
Yes. Child and booster seats are free; add the ages in the booking notes.
