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; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. 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 £48
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £67
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £82
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £130
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £145
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
Your driver collects you from your home, hotel or office at the time you choose and helps with your luggage. For a short-haul flight from Luton Airport, a pickup about 2 hours 30 minutes before departure is sensible on this route; add an hour for long-haul flights. Child seats are free on request.
Arriving back
For the journey home from Luton Airport to Watford, the driver tracks your flight and waits in arrivals with your name; the first 60 minutes after landing are free, and meet and greet and parking are included. Choosing “Return” on the booking form books both journeys together, with a discount on the return leg.
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?
About 20 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Watford to Luton Airport?
From about £48 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £82 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
About 2 hours 30 minutes before a short-haul departure; add an hour for long-haul.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
