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Luton's Transport: A Journey Through Time

Luton's Transport: A Journey Through Time

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Luton, located in the Chiltern Hills, has a rich transport history, including London Luton Airport and Vauxhall Motors. It also has an extensive public transport history, with Luton Corporation Transport, Eastern National, United Counties, and London Transport being notable. The towns of Luton and Dunstable are linked by one of the longest guided busways in the world. Luton's Transport explores the development of Luton's tramway and bus and coach services in Bedfordshire.

Format: Hardback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd


Luton, nestled within the picturesque Chiltern Hills, boasts a rich transport heritage, serving as the birthplace of London Luton Airport and Vauxhall Motors. This vibrant south Bedfordshire town has also witnessed an intriguing public transport journey, with notable milestones including Luton Corporation Transport, Eastern National, United Counties, and London Transport.

Connecting the towns of Luton and Dunstable is one of the world's longest guided busways, offering a convenient and eco-friendly mode of transportation. Luton's Transport delves into the evolution of Luton's tramway system, alongside the growth of bus and coach services in the Luton, Dunstable, and Houghton Regis areas of Bedfordshire.

Luton's transport history is a testament to its dynamic and ever-evolving nature, reflecting the town's commitment to providing efficient and accessible transportation options for its residents and visitors alike. Whether it's the iconic trams that once traversed the streets or the modern bus and coach networks that connect communities, Luton's transport story is a fascinating chapter in the annals of urban mobility.

Weight: 1072g
Dimension: 223 x 288 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526755582

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