Cheap Car Rental in Luton $21+/day - FREE Cancellation

Travel Information

Language

English

Currency

GBP

Drive on

Left-hand side

Country code

+44

Average car rental price

$98.58 / per day

Average car rental length

6 days

Speed limit within town

48 km/h

30 mph

Speed limit out of town

96 - 112 km/h

60 - 70 mph

Acceptable limit of BAC

0.08%

Rating

10.0

Average gasoline price

$1.89 per liter

Highest gasoline price

$2.04 per liter

Lowest gasoline price

$1.82 per liter

Why rent a car in Luton?

Luton is an interesting place to explore. Best known for its international airport and being a gateway to London, it is home to a variety of different cultures and a number of hidden gems. Better yet, it can also serve as a base for accessing the nearby coastline and exploring the rest of Southeast England.

One-Way Car Rentals in Luton

The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Luton and drop off in another city include:

From Luton to London - 156 offers from $28.14 per day
From Luton to Birmingham - 78 offers from $29.02 per day
From Luton to Glasgow - 78 offers from $30.80 per day
From Luton to Southampton - 37 offers from $29.02 per day
From Luton to Bournemouth - 4 offers from $44.14 per day

Top ways to enter Luton

Luton Airport. Popular with a number of low-cost airlines, Luton Airport serves more than 16 million passengers annually. The airport is located about 45 km (28 mi) from downtown London, but just 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Luton.
London Heathrow Airport. The busiest airport not only in London, but also the United Kingdom and Europe, London-Heathrow is about 50 minute ride from Luton.
London Gatwick Airport. Another large international airport serving London, Gatwick provides connections to and from most of Europe, as well as destinations on other continents. The airport is about 83 km (56 mi) from Luton.
Birmingham Airport. A base for five different airlines, Birmingham Airport serves the United Kingdom’s second largest city and the wider West Midlands region. The airport is about a 90 minute drive north of Luton.
By rail. If you’re arriving in Luton by train, you can conveniently pick up your rental car at Luton Railway Station.

City facts

Luton has a temperate maritime climate with relatively small temperature changes between different seasons. The average temperature is 17 °C (62.5 °F) in July and 4 °C (39 °F) in January and February. The rainiest months are October and November.
Luton is one of the most multicultural cities of Britain. It has large Indian, Pakistani, Irish, Caribbean, and African communities. These different influences can be observed in the city’s varied neighborhoods, cuisine, and places of worship.

Top destinations and activities

Wardown Park. Luton is famous for its many parks, but Wardown arguably takes the first prize. It attracts visitors with its fountain and boating lake, as well as important places that are located inside it like the Luton Museum and Art Gallery, housed in a beautiful Victorian mansion. Some other green areas of Luton include Brantwood Park, Stockwood Park, and Kidney Wood.
Guru Nanak Gurdwara. One of the most famous Sikh temples outside India, Guru Nanak Gurdwara is both a place of worship and a significant cultural center. Inside the temple and in the around it you can enjoy some of the famous Sikh hospitality and equally well-known Sikh cuisine.
St. Mary’s Church. More than 850 years old, this Anglican church is one of the most important architectural and cultural monuments of Luton. Rebuilt a number of times, it is best known for the beautiful stained glass image of Sir John Wenlock, a medieval English diplomat and soldier.

Traffic and parking

The United Kingdom drives on the left-hand side of the road.
On-street parking is usually heavily restricted. Never park on a white, double yellow or double red line (stopping on motorways and next to red lines is illegal).
You are not allowed to use your mobile phone while driving unless you use a hands-free system.
Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 112 km/h (70 mph) on motorways, 112 km/h (70 mph) on dual carriageways, 96 km/h (60 mph) on single carriageways and 48km/h (30 mph) in residential areas and areas with street lightning.
In England and Wales, the legal alcohol limit is 0.08% for both experienced and novice drivers. Do keep in mind, however, that in Scotland the legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for both experienced and novice drivers. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, a suspended license, or even imprisonment.
The insurance and documentation of the car needs to be in it whenever you’re driving.
If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
The emergency numbers are 999 and 112.

Toll roads

Currently there is only a single toll road in the United Kingdom, the M6 toll. You also have to pay a toll for using a number of bridges and tunnels, as well as for entering the central areas of London and Durham (a city in North East England).

As an alternative to the M6 around Birmingham, the M6toll is a 43 km (27 mi) long portion of the road, also known as the Birmingham North Relief Road (BNRR), that relieves congestion on the M6 itself. There are toll gates where you can pay by either cash or credit card. As of March 2019, the price is £6.40 for using the toll road from Monday to Friday (from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.), £5.30 for using the toll road on Saturday or Sunday (from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.), and £4.10 for using the toll road at night time on any day (from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.). Find out more on the M6 Toll official website.

Find out more about toll roads in the United Kingdom on the European toll road website.

Ideas for day trips

Whipsnade Zoo. Both a zoo and a safari park, ZSL Whipsnade is the largest conversation area in Britain. It is home to a great number of animal species that include African hunting dogs, African lions, cheetahs, and even white rhinos. Whipsnade Zoo is just outside Luton and can be reached by car in about 20 minutes.
Standalone Farm. Just an hour’s drive north of London is perhaps not where you’d expect to find the most idyllic of British farms, but Standalone is just that place. Park at the entrance and go on a long walk to observe pigs, chickens, horses, goats, and even alpacas. Despite its name, the farm is just 13 km (20 mi) north of Luton.
Hatfield House. A childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I, Hatfield is a country house surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens. Come here to marvel at the unique Jacobean architecture that’s more than 400 years old or simply to spend a fun day outdoors. Hatfield House is about half an hour’s drive southeast of Luton.
Cambridge. One of the most famous university cities in the world, Cambridge can be a delightful place to visit. Many of the educational buildings are also places of tourist interest such as the impressive King’s, Queen’s, and Trinity Colleges. Cambridge is also home to some of the best museums in the UK, including the Fitzwilliam Museum of arts and antiquities, as well as the Sedgewick Museum of Earth Sciences. Located 41 miles (66 km) northeast of Luton, Cambridge can be reached in about an hour.

Most popular cars

The most popular rental car type in Luton is an economy, closely followed by compact and intermediate. The most popular rental cars in the city are the Ford Fiesta, the Kia Stonic, and the Volvo V40.

Further destinations

London. The largest metropolis in Europe and, according to some estimates, the most visited city in the world, London is a truly fascinating place to visit. It has something for everyone and more diversity than most countries, yet manages to retain its unique character and flavour. London is just one hour’s drive south of Luton.
Birmingham. Britain’s second city might not get as much attention as some of its counterparts of the same size, but hopefully that’s about to change. As industrial and busy as always, the “City of a Thousand Trades” has recently also developed a great cultural vibe. Birmingham is about 140 mi (85 km) north of Luton.
Bristol. A maritime metropolis and more recently a hub of electronic music and visual arts, Bristol is one of the most unique and interesting English cities. There are a number of landmarks in this city, but its number one attraction is its character. Bristol is about two-and-a-half hour’s drive southwest of Luton.
Wales. Scenic and culturally distinct, Wales is one of the most interesting parts of the UK. Home of dragons and Celtic heritage, it has some of the wildest mountainscapes and beaches in the United Kingdom, as well as cozy and sophisticated cities like Cardiff and Swansea. The former, the capital of Wales, is just across the Bristol Channel from Bristol and takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes to reach from Luton. Meanwhile, natural attractions like Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons can both be reached in about four hours.

Car Rental Prices in Luton

Large cars - from $40 per day
Medium cars - from $25 per day
Vans - from $70 per day
Premium cars - from $90 per day
Small cars - from $21 per day
SUVs - from $37 per day

Money-saving tips

These are some of the things you can do to get a great car rental deal in Luton:

Compare rates of different rental car providers
Book your rental car well in advance
Plan your route before you go
Know your fuel and mileage requirements
Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Luton is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 50% cheaper than the yearly average and a whole 65% cheaper than renting a car in July.

What travel writers say

There’s genuinely no better way to explore the UK than on a road trip across the UK. A road trip is by far the best way to get an authentic taste of British life as you get to see (and do) so much more than you would if you explore the country any other way. Taking a train, flight or coach will take you to pretty much pre-defined stops where everyone wants to visit but on a road trip, you get so much more control, which in turn means you have the best experience possible in the UK.

YO&LG

Yaya Onalaja-Aliu & Lloyd Griffiths

Hand Luggage Only was born back in April 2014 on a surprisingly warm afternoon in Yaya’s college room at University of Cambridge. In what seemed like an oasis of calm between assignments, Yaya and Lloyd (that’s us!) were talking about sharing our travel stories and photos with others like-minded travellers on the internet.

Rolling green hills and some quaint little villages are going to be the backdrop as you roll down the windows and drive through the English countryside. From the bustling city of London to the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon, England (along with the rest of the UK) has many places to see and things to do and driving across the country is the best way to do it!

KR

Kiersten Rich

Hi! I’m Kiki, a California native, who left my career in corporate finance to become a world traveler.

Top 20 Cities near Luton

Watford Car Rentals from $41.12 per day

24.9 km / 15.5 miles away
Milton Keynes Car Rentals from $34.58 per day

30.4 km / 18.9 miles away
Wembley, London Car Rentals from $70.23 per day

35.0 km / 21.7 miles away
Slough Car Rentals from $160.68 per day

43.3 km / 26.9 miles away
London Car Rentals from $19.94 per day

44.6 km / 27.7 miles away
Cambridge Car Rentals from $53.48 per day

51.8 km / 32.2 miles away
Northampton Car Rentals from $93.05 per day

53.7 km / 33.4 miles away
Croydon Car Rentals from $66.98 per day

58.0 km / 36.0 miles away
Dartford Car Rentals from $34.14 per day

61.6 km / 38.3 miles away
Reading Car Rentals from $41.84 per day

61.6 km / 38.3 miles away
Chelmsford Car Rentals from $109.47 per day

61.7 km / 38.3 miles away
Peterborough Car Rentals from $84.93 per day

77.5 km / 48.2 miles away
Gatwick Car Rentals from $20.93 per day

81.7 km / 50.8 miles away
Crawley Car Rentals from $26.12 per day

85.7 km / 53.3 miles away
Basingstoke Car Rentals from $41.84 per day

85.9 km / 53.4 miles away
Tonbridge Car Rentals

88.2 km / 54.8 miles away
Maidstone Car Rentals from $104.32 per day

90.8 km / 56.4 miles away
Coventry Car Rentals from $32.09 per day

99.0 km / 61.5 miles away
Leicester Car Rentals from $29.37 per day

100.0 km / 62.1 miles away
Swindon Car Rentals from $138.25 per day

101.7 km / 63.2 miles away

Top 20 Locations near Luton

Luton Airport Car Rentals from $21.39 per day
Downtown Car Rentals from $41.84 per day

2.5 km / 1.6 miles away
Enfield Downtown Car Rentals from $138.25 per day

33.3 km / 20.7 miles away
London Woodford Green Car Rentals from $190.25 per day

40.8 km / 25.4 miles away
London Airport Stansted Car Rentals from $21.27 per day

41.4 km / 25.7 miles away
London Marylebone Train Station Car Rentals from $32.15 per day

41.6 km / 25.8 miles away
London Kings Cross Train Station Car Rentals from $58.96 per day

41.7 km / 25.9 miles away
London St Pancras Train Station Car Rentals from $54.97 per day

41.7 km / 25.9 miles away
London Edgware Road Car Rentals from $32.15 per day

41.8 km / 26.0 miles away
London Paddington Train Station Car Rentals from $34.83 per day

41.9 km / 26.0 miles away
London Hammersmith Train Station Car Rentals

43.4 km / 27.0 miles away
London Airport Heathrow Car Rentals from $19.94 per day

44.6 km / 27.7 miles away
London Stratford Train Station Car Rentals from $98.85 per day

44.8 km / 27.8 miles away
Waterloo Train Station Car Rentals from $42.94 per day

45.2 km / 28.1 miles away
London Fulham Car Rentals from $40.68 per day

45.7 km / 28.4 miles away
London Ilford Car Rentals from $42.94 per day

46.7 km / 29.0 miles away
London City Airport Car Rentals from $30.61 per day

50.4 km / 31.3 miles away
London Lewisham Car Rentals from $160.68 per day

52.3 km / 32.5 miles away
London Airport Gatwick Car Rentals from $20.93 per day

81.7 km / 50.8 miles away
Birmingham Airport Car Rentals from $24.46 per day

114.0 km / 70.8 miles away

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Luton?

Car rental prices in Luton vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.

Average rental costs per day in Luton

$36.62

January

$30.84

February

$35.26

March

$46.66

April

$51.76

May

$85.15

June

$99.91

July

$78.84

August

$65.51

September

$44.78

October

$40.29

November

$53.46

December

The cheapest month to rent a car in Luton is February (when prices average $30.84 per day). This is 45% cheaper than the yearly average and 69% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $99.91).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

What’s the usual rental length in Luton?

How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in December, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in May, they keep their car for 5 days.

Average rental length in Luton

6

January

6

February

6

March

6

April

5

May

6

June

6

July

6

August

5

September

5

October

5

November

8

December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Luton?

Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Luton is April, and the least popular is February.

Monthly searches in Luton by pick-up date relative to the average

92%

January

70%

February

84%

March

131%

April

130%

May

91%

June

105%

July

89%

August

93%

September

99%

October

97%

November

120%

December

Car Rental Information

Car rental locations	2
Airport locations	1
Popular suppliers	Easirent, Drivalia, Keddy, Alamo, National
Popular car categories	Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans
Lowest price	$21 per day
Cheapest supplier	Drivalia

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Rental Supplier	Model	Doors	Luggage	Type
Easirent	Fiat 500	3	2	Small cars
Easirent	Ford Fiesta	5	2	Small cars
Easirent	Ford Focus	5	2	Medium cars
Drivalia	Ford Fiesta	5	1	Small cars
Drivalia	Fiat 500	3	1	Small cars
Keddy	Fiat 500	3	1	Small cars
Keddy	Ford Focus	5	2	Medium cars
Drivalia	Ford Focus	5	2	Medium cars
Drivalia	Ford Focus	5	2	Medium cars
Keddy	Vauxhall Crossland	5	2	SUVs

Our Customers' Reviews

Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.

SD

Australia

Fiat 500

August 24, 2022

With hindsight, the very small car I hired was not suitable for a long 4 hour journey through the hills of Wales. However, the car was great when pottering around town.

KS

Spain

Vauxhall Astra

July 28, 2022

Visiting relations so travelled 900 miles without incident. Great to see all the family.

AF

Romania

Nissan Juke

July 10, 2022

St Michael's Mount in Marazion is a real wonder, King Arthur castel in Tintagel, the same. Stonehenge as always a pleasure to visit, so clean and well organized. Avebury and Glastonbury, two other jewels on South England for those who want to discover different places

AL

Ireland

Fiat 500

June 9, 2022

It was laid out perfectly no tips as they had everything covered

HB

Ireland

Ford Focus

March 31, 2022

Avoid London Congestion zone by Map Enjoy

SD

Switzerland

Ford Focus

August 4, 2020

Hilton Hotel at Parkway station stores the luggage free of charge, even if you are not a hotel guest.

RL

Ireland

Citroen C4 Cactus Auto.

May 23, 2019

Luton is not the nicest place but lovely areas around it !

AM

United Kingdom

Ford Fiesta 3d

April 29, 2019

Traveling to bath lovely time Matlock in Derbyshire was great

RD

United Kingdom

VW Polo

April 29, 2019

Drop off & pick up too far from terminal, drop off / pick up charge the usual British rip off. The terminal building has become a shopping mall with Duty Free ? More expensive then outside so what's the point of it all.

PD

Spain

Ford Fiesta

February 15, 2019

Pick up and drop off at Luton was good. The bus goes every 15 minutes to the Easijet desk to pick up the car. Got lost getting to motorway from Easirent and may be useful to have a flyer giving directions. Very good service.

CJ

United Kingdom

Hyundai i10

August 23, 2018

The only thing that was stressful was finding out where to go. There was now sign or not information anywhere saying where tongonor whichnbus to get. This ment I got the wrong bus first time which was very stressful as I was traveling along with my 4month old. After I found the collection point everything was brilliant. I can't stress enough how friendly and helpful all the staff were.

JR

United Kingdom

Nissan X-Trail

July 18, 2018

Small and bearable!! A pleasant surprise..

Car Rental Statistics

Highest rated company

Enterprise

9 / 10

Lowest rated company

GreenMotion

7.8 / 10

Total number of reviews

1

Total rental companies

12

Average daily price

$98.58

Lowest daily price

$48.19

Total cars available

206

Top 12 Suppliers in Luton in 2023

Enterprise

Exceptional 9 / 5 reviews

2 locations

$48 - $377

Alamo

Excellent 8.9 / 23 reviews

1 location

$38 - $377

Avis

Excellent 8.8 / 4 reviews

1 location

$78 - $300

Drivalia

Excellent 8.8 / 18 reviews

1 location

$21 - $97

Hertz

Excellent 8.7 / 5 reviews

1 location

$42 - $138

Europcar

Excellent 8.7 / 10 reviews

2 locations

$38 - $102

National

Excellent 8.6 / 5 reviews

1 location

$52 - $396

SIXT

Excellent 8.6 / 5 reviews

2 locations

$52 - $155

Keddy

Excellent 8.6 / 24 reviews

2 locations

$32 - $86

Interrent

Excellent 8.2

1 location

Easirent

Excellent 8.1 / 143 reviews

1 location

GreenMotion

Very good 7.8 / 59 reviews

1 location

$30 - $79

Car Rental in Luton

Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Travel Information

Why rent a car in Luton?

One-Way Car Rentals in Luton

Top ways to enter Luton

City facts

Top destinations and activities

Traffic and parking

Toll roads

Ideas for day trips

Most popular cars

Further destinations

Car Rental Prices in Luton

Money-saving tips

What travel writers say

Top 20 Cities near Luton

Top 20 Locations near Luton

Map of Car Rental Locations

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Luton?

What’s the usual rental length in Luton?

What's the most popular month to rent a car in Luton?

Car Rental Information

Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers

Our Customers' Reviews

Car Rental Statistics

Top 12 Suppliers in Luton in 2023

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