Watford to Luton Airport Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Watford and Luton Airport? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 20 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 18 miles (28 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 20 minutes; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. The M1 north from junction 5 to junction 10 and Luton Airport.
About Watford
Luton is one of the closest airports to Watford. We collect from Watford town centre, Bushey and the villages around.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £60
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £79
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £94
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £142
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £157
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 Watford the 20-minute drive means a pickup around 3 hours before a short-haul flight is a safe choice: about 2 hours 45 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
For the return to Watford, the pickup is timed to your actual landing at Luton, not the schedule. Your driver waits in the arrivals hall holding a name sign, with 60 minutes free after touchdown and parking included in the fare. Choose "Return" on the booking form to book both trips together and save on the second one.
More information
See our Luton Airport transfers page and the Luton Airport pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from St Albans to Luton Airport – Reliable Transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Watford to Luton Airport?
About 18 miles (28 km).
How long does the journey take?
Usually 20 minutes from Watford to Luton, more in the morning and evening peaks.
How much is a taxi from Watford to Luton Airport?
From about £60 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £89 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 45 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.
