Gatwick sits south of London and Luton lies to the north, which means a transfer between them crosses the capital from one side to the other. I’m Matty from DM Airport Transfers, and a private transfer makes this journey far simpler than juggling trains through central London. Here’s your guide to the Gatwick to Luton route.
Distance and Route
The road journey is around 50 to 55 miles, typically taking the M23 up to the M25 and then round the western side of London to the M1 north into Luton. It avoids central London entirely, which keeps things predictable.
Journey Time
Expect around 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes in good traffic. The M25 stretch can slow at peak times, so I track live conditions and your flight, adjusting your pickup and picking the cleanest route on the day.
Why Choose a Private Transfer
Public transport between Gatwick and Luton means heading into central London and back out again — a long, multi-change journey with your luggage the whole way. A private transfer is door to door: I meet you at Gatwick, handle your bags, and drive you straight to Luton with no changes and no timetable to worry about.
Connecting Flights
For separate tickets, allow a sensible buffer — three to four hours between landing at Gatwick and departing Luton covers reclaim, the drive, and check-in. Share your flight details and I’ll plan around them.
Fixed Pricing
Gatwick to Luton transfers are quoted on distance and always fixed at booking with no surge charges. Saloons start from £60 and MPVs from £90; for the exact fare, send me your details for a quick quote.
Booking
Send me your flight numbers and party size and I’ll handle the meet and greet at Gatwick and the run up to Luton. Child seats are free on request.
Book Your Transfer with DM Airport Transfers
Travelling between London’s airports doesn’t need to be stressful. As a UK-wide private hire service, I offer fixed pricing, 24/7 availability, real-time flight tracking, meet and greet, and DBS-checked drivers. Child seats are available on request. Get in touch to book or for a quick quote:
Email: info@dmairporttransfers.co.uk
Website: dmairporttransfers.co.uk
