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- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Why rent a car in Luton?
- One-way car rentals in Luton
- Top ways to enter Luton
- City facts
- Top sights and activities
- Traffic and parking
- Toll roads
- Ideas for day trips
- Most popular cars
- Further destinations
- Car rental prices in Luton
- Money-saving and other tips
- Top 20 cities near Luton
- Top 20 locations near Luton
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Luton and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Luton
- Car rental statistics
- Top 13 suppliers in Luton in 2025
- Award-winning service
Travel information
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 RUB 2,574.08 per day
- From Luton to Birmingham - 78 offers from RUB 2,654.43 per day
- From Luton to Glasgow - 78 offers from RUB 2,817.09 per day
- From Luton to Manchester - 78 offers from RUB 2,654.43 per day
- From Luton to Southampton - 37 offers from RUB 2,654.43 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 sights 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.
- Woodside Animal Farm. Located just outside the city itself, about a ten-minute drive southwest of Luton’s center, Woodside is one of the most popular all-family destinations in the area. In addition to species common in Britain such as Shetland ponies and Anglo-Nubian goats, the farm is home to such exotic animals as tortoises, llamas, rhea birds, and bearded dragon lizards.
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
- Vans - from RUB 7,942 per day
- Small cars - from RUB 2,499 per day
- Medium cars - from RUB 2,815 per day
- SUVs - from RUB 3,011 per day
- Large cars - from RUB 3,289 per day
- Premium cars - from RUB 5,265 per day
- Station wagons - from RUB 5,524 per day
Money-saving and other 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.
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Top 20 cities near Luton
- Watfordfrom RUB 2,986.97 per day24.9 km / 15.47 miles away
- Milton Keynesfrom RUB 3,065.76 per day30.4 km / 18.89 miles away
- Aylesburyfrom RUB 2,871.95 per day30.9 km / 19.2 miles away
- Sloughfrom RUB 4,278.49 per day43.3 km / 26.91 miles away
- Londonfrom RUB 1,866.63 per day44.6 km / 27.71 miles away
- Hounslowfrom RUB 2,845.68 per day45.1 km / 28.02 miles away
- Cambridgefrom RUB 3,095.65 per day51.8 km / 32.19 miles away
- Northamptonfrom RUB 3,637.26 per day53.7 km / 33.37 miles away
- Dartfordfrom RUB 4,079.23 per day61.6 km / 38.28 miles away
- Chelmsfordfrom RUB 3,065.76 per day61.7 km / 38.34 miles away
- Readingfrom RUB 3,834.70 per day65 km / 40.39 miles away
- Guildfordfrom RUB 4,735.86 per day71.3 km / 44.3 miles away
- Peterboroughfrom RUB 2,686.28 per day77.5 km / 48.16 miles away
- Southend-on-Seafrom RUB 2,662.73 per day80.7 km / 50.14 miles away
- Gatwickfrom RUB 2,679.94 per day81.7 km / 50.77 miles away
- Crawleyfrom RUB 3,171.73 per day85.7 km / 53.25 miles away
- Basingstokefrom RUB 4,060.21 per day85.9 km / 53.38 miles away
- Maidstonefrom RUB 3,166.30 per day90.8 km / 56.42 miles away
- Coventryfrom RUB 2,804.93 per day99 km / 61.52 miles away
- Leicesterfrom RUB 2,756.02 per day100 km / 62.14 miles away
Top 20 locations near Luton
- Luton (Downtown)from RUB 2,891.87 per day2.5 km / 1.55 miles away
- Enfield Downtownfrom RUB 3,590.16 per day33.3 km / 20.69 miles away
- London Airport Stanstedfrom RUB 2,848.40 per day41.4 km / 25.72 miles away
- London Marylebone Train Stationfrom RUB 3,847.38 per day41.6 km / 25.85 miles away
- London Kings Cross Train Stationfrom RUB 3,669.86 per day41.7 km / 25.91 miles away
- London St Pancras Train Stationfrom RUB 3,723.30 per day41.7 km / 25.91 miles away
- London Edgware Roadfrom RUB 3,718.77 per day41.8 km / 25.97 miles away
- London Paddington Train Stationfrom RUB 3,811.15 per day41.9 km / 26.04 miles away
- London Mayfairfrom RUB 3,854.62 per day43.1 km / 26.78 miles away
- London Hammersmith Train Stationfrom RUB 4,335.54 per day43.4 km / 26.97 miles away
- London Airport Heathrowfrom RUB 2,487.93 per day44.6 km / 27.71 miles away
- London Stratford Train Stationfrom RUB 7,118.73 per day44.8 km / 27.84 miles away
- Waterloo Train Stationfrom RUB 5,117.16 per day45.2 km / 28.09 miles away
- London Fulhamfrom RUB 3,063.95 per day45.7 km / 28.4 miles away
- London Kenningtonfrom RUB 4,123.61 per day46.5 km / 28.89 miles away
- London City Airportfrom RUB 2,878.29 per day50.4 km / 31.32 miles away
- London Lewisham52.3 km / 32.5 miles away
- London Airport Gatwickfrom RUB 2,679.94 per day81.7 km / 50.77 miles away
- Birmingham Airportfrom RUB 1,972.60 per day114 km / 70.84 miles away
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When to book in Luton and for how long?
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.
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Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month July | ||
Average price RUB 4,451 | A good deal RUB 2,989 | Cheapest supplier Drivalia | Cheapest car type Small cars |
RUB 2,321
in January
RUB 2,358
in February
RUB 2,430
in March
RUB 3,438
in April
RUB 3,559
in May
RUB 3,798
in June
RUB 4,582
in July
RUB 3,846
in August
RUB 2,770
in September
RUB 2,754
in October
RUB 2,478
in November
RUB 4,221
in December
The cheapest month to rent a car in Luton is January (when prices average RUB 2,321.29 per day). This is 48% cheaper than the yearly average and 49% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average RUB 4,581.89).
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 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 July, and the least popular is February.
Same as average in January
0.7 times in February
0.9 times in March
Same as average in April
Same as average in May
Same as average in June
1.3 times in July
1.2 times in August
1.2 times in September
Same as average in October
0.9 times in November
0.9 times in December
What’s the usual rental length in Luton?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in August, the average renter keeps their car for 7 days, and in November, they keep their car for 4 days.
6 days in January
6 days in February
5 days in March
6 days in April
5 days in May
6 days in June
6 days in July
7 days in August
5 days in September
5 days in October
4 days in November
6 days in December
Car rental information
📍 Car rental locations | 2 |
✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
🔥 Popular suppliers | Drivalia, Keddy, Alamo, Budget, Europcar |
🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
🤑 Lowest price | RUB 2,499 per day |
👛 Cheapest supplier | Drivalia |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Drivalia | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small car |
Drivalia | Renault Captur | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Drivalia | Volkswagen Up | 2 | 1 | Small car |
Drivalia | Peugeot 2008 | 5 | 2 | SUV |
Keddy | Vauxhall Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small car |
Keddy | MG ZS | 5 | 2 | SUV |
Keddy | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
EZ Drive Car Rentals | Volkswagen Golf | 5 | 1 | Medium car |
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