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Distance from Bristol to Luton

Straight line

158 km
98 mi · 85 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 42 min

Direction

ENE 72°
initial bearing

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How far is Bristol from Luton?

Bristol (United Kingdom) and Luton (United Kingdom) are a medium distance apart: 158 km in a straight line, that is 98 miles or 85 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bristol, Luton lies to the east (initial bearing 72°). Both cities are in United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 51.6725°, -1.5122°.

A direct flight would take about 42 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bristol from Luton?

The straight-line distance between Bristol and Luton is 158 km (98 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Luton from Bristol?

Luton is to the east of Bristol, at an initial bearing of 72°.

How long is the flight from Bristol to Luton?

A direct flight would take about 42 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.