How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Victoria Station?

A pre-booked taxi from Gatwick to Victoria Station costs approximately £65 to £85, covering 26 to 28 miles in 45 to 65 minutes. For solo travel, the Gatwick Express at £19.90 is cheaper. For a group of three or four sharing the taxi, the per-head cost of £17 to £28 is comparable with or cheaper than individual train tickets, and the taxi delivers to the specific address rather than Victoria concourse only.

Is a Gatwick taxi cheaper than the Gatwick Express?

For one person, the Gatwick Express at £19.90 per person is cheaper than a solo taxi at £65 to £85 to Central London. For two people, the taxi total of £70 is similar to two Express tickets at £39.80, but the taxi goes to the door rather than Victoria Station. For three or four people, the taxi is substantially cheaper per head than multiple train tickets. The taxi also wins when the final destination requires a further local transfer from Victoria.

How much is an Uber from Gatwick to London?

Uber's standard off-peak rate from Gatwick to Central London is approximately £55 to £75 in normal conditions. However, Uber applies surge pricing when demand is high — which is almost always the case when large numbers of passengers land simultaneously. During peak arrivals, the same Gatwick to London Uber journey can cost £100 to £200 with surge pricing active. A pre-booked fixed-fare taxi at £65 to £85 confirmed at booking will never be revised upward regardless of demand when your flight lands.

What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to London?

The cheapest way from Gatwick to London for a solo passenger is the Southern Rail or Thameslink train service (not the premium Gatwick Express) from £8 to £14 for off-peak advance tickets to London Bridge, London Victoria, or St Pancras. For two or more passengers, a pre-booked fixed-fare taxi at £65 to £85 divided between multiple passengers is often cheaper than multiple individual train tickets once the final local transfer from the station is included. For groups of four, the taxi is consistently the cheapest door-to-door option.

How much is a Gatwick taxi from the North Terminal vs South Terminal?

The Gatwick taxi fare from both the North Terminal and South Terminal to any given destination is identical — there is no terminal surcharge. When booking, specify your terminal (North or South) and your flight number. The driver monitors your inbound flight automatically and adjusts arrival time if you are delayed. For North Terminal, the driver typically meets arrivals passengers at the Costa Coffee in the arrivals hall. For South Terminal, the meeting point is in the arrivals area near the main exit.

How much is a Gatwick to Heathrow taxi?

A pre-booked inter-airport taxi from Gatwick to Heathrow costs approximately £120 to £160 for a standard saloon, covering approximately 45 miles via the M25 in 60 to 90 minutes. This is the most frequently booked Gatwick inter-airport transfer — used by passengers with connecting flights, those who have changed departure airports, or groups arriving at one airport and departing from another.

Do Gatwick taxi prices include parking, waiting and meeting charges?

All Gatwick Taxi Transfer fares are fully inclusive. The confirmed total at booking includes Gatwick terminal parking charges, meet and greet in the arrivals hall with a name board, real-time flight monitoring with automatic adjustment if your flight is delayed or early, and standard waiting time from landing. There are no airport surcharges, no overnight premiums, no bank holiday additions, and no toll supplements. The figure confirmed at booking is the total you pay.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick for a group of 4 people?

A standard saloon accommodates up to 3 to 4 passengers. From Gatwick to Central London, a saloon at £65 to £85 total for a group of four costs £16 to £21 each — substantially cheaper than four individual Gatwick Express and Tube tickets at £28 to £40 each. For a group of five or six, an MPV-6 from Gatwick to Central London at £88 to £118 costs £15 to £20 each, making it the cheapest per-head airport transfer option available for larger groups.

Gatwick Taxi Prices 2026 — Fixed Fares for Every Route

Searching for Gatwick cab prices or taxi prices Gatwick Airport? Planning a journey to or from Gatwick starts with one practical question: how much does a taxi cost from Gatwick Airport? The answer depends on your destination, the number of passengers, the vehicle you need, and whether you choose a pre-booked fixed fare or an on-demand service. This guide gives you real verified Gatwick taxi prices for every major route — from Crawley next door to Oxford 85 miles away — with honest comparisons against Uber surge pricing and Gatwick Express rail fares, a complete Gatwick taxi price list by vehicle type, inter-airport transfer fares, and practical advice on securing the cheapest fixed-price taxi to Gatwick. Every fare quoted has been cross-referenced against published rates from multiple licensed operators in the Gatwick market as of 2026.

1. Gatwick Taxi Prices at a Glance

The table below is the quick-reference summary of current Gatwick airport taxi prices for the most commonly booked routes. All fares are for a standard saloon, pre-booked fixed price, per vehicle. Sources for each fare are noted in the section below.

Gatwick taxi prices 2026 — summary of most booked routes, standard saloon
Destination	Distance	Saloon fare	Time	Per head (4 pax)
Crawley	~6 miles	£25–£35	15–20 min	£7–£9
Croydon	~17 miles	£55–£75	35–50 min	£14–£19
Brighton	~27 miles	£60–£80	35–55 min	£15–£20
Central London	~28–30 miles	£65–£90	45–70 min	£16–£23
Victoria Station	~26–28 miles	£65–£85	45–65 min	£16–£21
Paddington Station	~30–32 miles	£70–£92	50–72 min	£18–£23
Guildford	~28 miles	£65–£85	40–55 min	£16–£21
Eastbourne	~40 miles	£80–£110	55–80 min	£20–£28
Reading	~60 miles	£145–£185	75–105 min	£36–£46
Oxford	~85 miles	£200–£260	100–130 min	£50–£65
Gatwick → Heathrow	~45 miles	£120–£160	60–90 min	£30–£40

Fare sources: LondonAirport-Taxi.com (February 2026): Brighton from £60, Central London from £70, Crawley £25. MiniCabRide: London from £65. Brighton Taxis (Radio Cabs): Brighton to Gatwick from £57. For your exact confirmed quote from your specific postcode, use the Gatwick Taxi Transfer fare calculator.

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2. Gatwick to London Taxi Prices — By Area and Station

The Gatwick to London taxi price varies significantly by London postcode. A passenger departing from Croydon is 17 miles from Gatwick and pays approximately £55 to £75. A passenger departing from Canary Wharf is 42 miles from Gatwick and pays approximately £95 to £125. Understanding this variation helps you assess the true London to Gatwick taxi cost for your specific address rather than relying on generic “Central London” estimates.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Central London?

How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Central London? The standard pre-booked fixed fare for the 28 to 30 mile journey is £65 to £90 for a saloon. The lower end of this range applies to Central London postcodes closer to the South Circular such as Brixton (SW2) and Streatham (SW16). The upper end applies to postcodes north of the Thames like Islington (N1) and Shoreditch (EC2). The Gatwick airport taxi fare to Central London is confirmed at booking and includes all Gatwick terminal parking charges and meet and greet in arrivals — no additions at the end of the journey.

Gatwick to Victoria taxi cost

Victoria Station is the most commonly requested Gatwick taxi destination in London. The Gatwick to Victoria taxi cost is approximately £65 to £85 covering the 26 to 28 mile journey in 45 to 65 minutes. Victoria is the London terminus of the Gatwick Express, which means passengers comparing the taxi against the train are most likely to be comparing these two options. For solo passengers, the Gatwick Express at £19.90 is cheaper. For two passengers, the taxi at £70 total is similar in cost to two Express tickets at £39.80, but delivers to any Victoria address rather than the station concourse. For three or four people the taxi is the clear winner on cost.

Gatwick to Paddington taxi price

The Gatwick to Paddington taxi price is approximately £70 to £92 for the 30 to 32 mile journey taking 50 to 72 minutes. Paddington is frequently requested by passengers who need the Heathrow Express, the Elizabeth Line, or Great Western Railway departures. The taxi delivers to the Paddington Station forecourt or directly to any Paddington postcode address. What is the taxi fare from Gatwick to Victoria vs Paddington? Paddington runs approximately £5 to £8 higher than Victoria due to the additional distance through west-central London.

Gatwick taxi cost from London areas — fixed fares by postcode zone
London Area	Key postcodes	Distance	Saloon fare	Time
South Croydon / Croydon	CR0, CR2, CR9	~17 miles	£55–£75	35–50 min
Brixton / Streatham	SW2, SW16	~22 miles	£58–£80	38–58 min
Victoria / Westminster	SW1V, SW1W, SW1A	~26 miles	£65–£85	45–65 min
Mayfair / Soho	W1S, W1D	~28 miles	£68–£88	48–68 min
Paddington / Bayswater	W2, W9	~30 miles	£70–£92	50–72 min
Hammersmith / Fulham	W6, SW6	~30 miles	£70–£90	50–70 min
Euston / King’s Cross	NW1, WC1, N1	~32 miles	£75–£98	52–75 min
Islington / Shoreditch	N1, EC2	~35 miles	£80–£105	55–80 min
Canary Wharf / Greenwich	E14, SE10	~40–45 miles	£92–£125	65–92 min
Heathrow Airport	TW6	~45 miles	£120–£160	60–90 min

3. Gatwick Taxi Fares — South East UK Destinations

Gatwick Airport sits in West Sussex, making it the most convenient London airport for a large belt of South East England. The taxi from Gatwick to nearby Sussex, Surrey, and Kent destinations is substantially cheaper than from Heathrow or Stansted, as many South East passengers live within 15 to 40 miles of the airport.

Brighton to Gatwick taxi price

The Brighton to Gatwick taxi price — and the reverse Gatwick to Brighton taxi fare — is approximately £60 to £80 for a standard saloon covering 27 to 28 miles via the A23 in 35 to 55 minutes. Brighton Taxis (Radio Cabs) publishes this route from £57; LondonAirport-Taxi.com from £60. Brighton is one of Gatwick’s highest-demand origin and destination cities, served by a large volume of pre-booked private hire operators competing to offer the best available Gatwick cab price on this route. Pre-booking 24 to 48 hours in advance consistently secures the best fare.

Crawley to Gatwick taxi

Crawley to Gatwick taxi fares start from approximately £25 to £35 for a standard saloon — the shortest and cheapest taxi transfer to Gatwick Airport. Crawley is approximately 5 to 6 miles from Gatwick’s North Terminal and sits directly beneath the airport’s flight path. For Crawley residents, a taxi to Gatwick is a 15 to 20 minute journey at the lowest fare in the Gatwick market.

Guildford to Gatwick taxi price

The Guildford to Gatwick taxi price is approximately £65 to £85 for the 28 mile journey via the A281 and A23 taking 40 to 55 minutes. Guildford sits northwest of Gatwick in Surrey and is a high-volume departure point for business travellers. The A281 provides a direct cross-country route from Guildford to the M23 without requiring the M25, keeping journey times predictable even during peak commuter hours.

Croydon to Gatwick taxi

The Croydon to Gatwick taxi fare is approximately £55 to £75 for a standard saloon covering 17 miles in 35 to 50 minutes. Croydon is one of the closest London boroughs to Gatwick and benefits from the A23 direct route. The Sevenoaks to Gatwick taxi price is approximately £65 to £84 via the M25 Junction 5, and the Maidstone to Gatwick taxi fare is approximately £80 to £105 via the M26 and M25 corridors.

Horsham, Worthing and Eastbourne Gatwick taxi fares

The Horsham to Gatwick taxi fare is £40 to £55 for the 15 mile northwest journey. Horsham is one of Gatwick’s closest surrounding towns. Worthing to Gatwick taxi costs approximately £55 to £72 for the 20 to 22 mile coastal route. The Eastbourne to Gatwick taxi price is approximately £80 to £110 covering 38 to 42 miles via the A22 in 55 to 80 minutes — a popular Sussex coast corridor. For all Sussex destinations, our Gatwick airport taxi transfer service covers every postcode with a fixed confirmed fare.

Gatwick taxi fares from South East UK towns — current verified fixed rates
Town / City	County	Distance	Saloon fare	MPV-6 fare	Journey time
Crawley	West Sussex	~6 miles	£25–£35	£35–£48	15–20 min
Horsham	West Sussex	~15 miles	£40–£55	£52–£72	25–38 min
Croydon	South London	~17 miles	£55–£75	£72–£98	35–50 min
Worthing	West Sussex	~20 miles	£55–£72	£72–£94	30–45 min
Sevenoaks	Kent	~27 miles	£65–£84	£85–£109	40–58 min
Brighton	East Sussex	~27 miles	£60–£80	£78–£104	35–55 min
Tunbridge Wells	Kent	~30 miles	£68–£88	£88–£114	42–60 min
Guildford	Surrey	~28 miles	£65–£85	£85–£111	40–55 min
Maidstone	Kent	~38 miles	£80–£105	£104–£137	50–70 min
Eastbourne	East Sussex	~40 miles	£80–£110	£104–£143	55–80 min
Portsmouth	Hampshire	~55 miles	£130–£168	£169–£218	70–95 min
Southampton	Hampshire	~65 miles	£155–£198	£202–£257	80–108 min

4. Long-Distance Gatwick Taxi Fares

Long-distance transfers from Gatwick to Reading, Oxford, and beyond are a significant part of the Gatwick taxi market. Passengers arriving on international flights at Gatwick and continuing to university towns, business destinations in the Thames Valley, or further UK cities frequently choose a direct taxi over a multi-stage public transport journey with heavy luggage.

Reading to Gatwick taxi fare

The Reading to Gatwick taxi fare is approximately £145 to £185 for a standard saloon covering 60 miles via the M4 and M25 in 75 to 105 minutes. Reading is a major business hub in the Thames Valley and a high-demand Gatwick taxi origin for business travellers connecting to Heathrow-bound international routes that operate via Gatwick. For a group of four sharing the taxi, the per-head cost of £36 to £46 compares with the alternative of a taxi to Reading Station followed by a train and further transfers.

Oxford to Gatwick taxi price

The Oxford to Gatwick taxi price is approximately £200 to £260 for a standard saloon covering approximately 85 miles via the M40, M25, and M23 in 100 to 130 minutes. Oxford is a popular origin for international students arriving at Gatwick on flights from the USA, East Asia, and the Middle East who require a direct transfer to university accommodation. The direct taxi eliminates the Oxford Tube to Central London, Gatwick Express from Victoria, and airport transfer sequence that typically takes 3 to 4 hours with luggage.

Long-distance Gatwick taxi fares — UK destinations beyond 50 miles
Destination	Distance	Saloon fare	Journey time	Route
Reading	~60 miles	£145–£185	75–105 min	M23 / M25 / M4
Oxford	~85 miles	£200–£260	100–130 min	M23 / M25 / M40
Cambridge	~85 miles	£200–£258	105–135 min	M25 / M11 / A11
Bristol	~130 miles	£280–£360	145–185 min	M25 / M4 westbound
Birmingham	~140 miles	£295–£370	155–200 min	M23 / M25 / M40
Manchester	~240 miles	£480–£600	280–330 min	M25 / M1 / M6

5. Inter-Airport Taxi Fares from Gatwick

Inter-airport transfers are among the most time-sensitive journeys in the Gatwick taxi market. A passenger with a connecting flight between Gatwick and Heathrow has no room for uncertainty on timing — a pre-booked fixed-fare taxi with real-time flight monitoring and confirmed vehicle allocation is the standard solution for this use case. The Gatwick to Heathrow taxi price and heathrow to Gatwick taxi cost are identical in the same direction at approximately £120 to £160 covering 45 miles in 60 to 90 minutes.

Gatwick inter-airport taxi fares — all London airports, verified current rates
Route	Distance	Saloon fare	MPV-6 fare	Time
Gatwick ↔ Heathrow (LHR)	~45 miles	£120–£160	£156–£208	60–90 min
Gatwick ↔ Stansted (STN) — Gatwick to Stansted taxi price	~90 miles	£195–£255	£254–£332	105–140 min
Gatwick ↔ London City (LCY)	~50 miles	£130–£175	£169–£228	70–95 min
Gatwick ↔ Luton (LTN)	~80 miles	£175–£225	£228–£293	95–130 min
Gatwick ↔ Stansted (STN)	~90 miles	£195–£255	£254–£332	105–140 min
Gatwick ↔ Birmingham (BHX)	~140 miles	£295–£370	£384–£481	155–200 min

For a complete guide to the Gatwick to Luton airport taxi and Gatwick to London City airport taxi, see our Gatwick airport taxi transfer service page covering all inter-airport routes.

6. Gatwick Taxi Prices by Vehicle Type

The vehicle you choose is the second largest variable in Gatwick airport taxi prices after destination distance. The table below shows how each category adds to the base saloon fare, using the Central London route as the reference point.

Gatwick taxi prices by vehicle type — Central London route as baseline
Vehicle	Passengers	Luggage	Central London fare	Above saloon	Best for
Standard saloon	1–3	2 large + 2 hand	£65–£85	Base	Solo, couples, small groups
Estate car	1–4	4 large + 2 hand	£75–£100	+£10–£20	Families, extra luggage
Executive saloon	1–3	2 large + 2 hand	£90–£130	+£25–£50	Business, premium travel
MPV 6-seater	4–6	6 large cases	£88–£118	+£25–£40	Groups of 5–6
8-seater minibus	7–8	8 large cases	£115–£155	+£50–£75	Large groups
Mercedes V-Class	4–6	6 large cases	£120–£165	+£55–£85	Executive groups, VIP

Gatwick taxi price per person — which vehicle is cheapest per head

The Gatwick taxi price per person decreases as group size increases. A solo passenger in a saloon from Gatwick to Central London at £75 pays the full fare alone. Two passengers split £75 at £37.50 each. Four passengers in a saloon at £80 pay £20 each. Six passengers in an MPV at £100 pay £17 each — making the Gatwick MPV taxi price the best per-head value for groups of five or six. For groups of seven or eight, the 8 seater taxi to Gatwick price of £120 to £155 total divided eight ways is £15 to £19 each — the cheapest available per-head airport transfer from Gatwick for large groups. See our 6-seater taxi guide and 8-seater minibus hire for full group fare details.

Gatwick executive taxi price

The Gatwick executive taxi price adds approximately £25 to £50 above the standard saloon fare. This category covers Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, and similar premium saloons offering a higher-specification cabin for business passengers, corporate account holders, and travellers requiring a premium vehicle for VIP clients or special occasions. Our executive chauffeur service covers all Gatwick routes at confirmed fixed fares.

7. Gatwick Taxi vs Gatwick Express vs Uber — Honest Comparison

The cheapest way from Gatwick to London depends entirely on how many people are travelling and what their final destination is. This section gives an honest breakdown of all three options without promoting any single choice over another.

Gatwick Express vs taxi cost

The Gatwick Express vs taxi cost comparison is the most common transport decision passengers face at Gatwick. The Gatwick Express runs every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 minutes, £19.90 per person one way). Southern Rail runs more frequently to London Bridge (30 to 35 minutes, from £8 to £14 advance off-peak). The pre-booked taxi delivers to any address directly from the terminal.

Gatwick to Central London — taxi vs train vs Uber, group of 4 passengers
Option	Solo cost	Group 4 total	Group 4 per head	Door to door?	Time
Pre-booked fixed taxi	£75	£80	£20	Yes	50–70 min
Gatwick Express + Tube	£25–£35	£100–£140	£25–£35	No	55–75 min
Southern Rail (off-peak)	£8–£14	£32–£56	£8–£14	No	60–85 min
Uber (off-peak, no surge)	£60–£75	£60–£75	£15–£19	Yes	50–70 min
Uber (with surge 1.8x)	£108–£135	£108–£135	£27–£34	Yes	50–70 min

The table shows the decisive case for group travel. For four passengers, the pre-booked taxi at £20 each beats the Gatwick Express and Tube combination at £25 to £35 each by a clear margin, while being faster and delivering to the door. The Southern Rail option at £8 to £14 per person is cheapest for solo and small group travel but does not include a local transfer from the London terminus to the final address, which typically adds £8 to £15 more per person.

Gatwick taxi vs Uber price

In the Gatwick taxi vs Uber price comparison, Uber wins at standard off-peak rates (£55 to £75 to Central London vs £65 to £90 pre-booked). The difference reverses with surge pricing. How much does Uber cost from Gatwick to London with 1.5x surge pricing? Approximately £83 to £113 — already above the pre-booked taxi range. At 2x surge (common during peak arrivals): £110 to £150. At 2.5x surge (documented during busy event days): £138 to £188. Since you cannot know in advance what surge multiplier will be active when your flight lands, the pre-booked fixed fare provides certainty the app-based model cannot. For full rail journey planning, see National Rail Enquiries and Gatwick Airport Official Site.

8. North Terminal vs South Terminal — Pricing and Pickup Guide

Gatwick Airport’s two terminals handle different airlines and require the driver to position at different sides of the airport. Understanding which terminal your flight uses is essential for smooth pickup.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick North Terminal?

How much is a taxi from Gatwick North Terminal to any destination? The same as from South Terminal. North and South Terminal fares are identical in the Gatwick Taxi Transfer pricing structure — there is no terminal surcharge. North Terminal handles easyJet (Gatwick’s largest operator), Wizz Air, Norwegian, TUI, and Ryanair. For passengers arriving on budget European carriers, the North Terminal is the most likely arrival point. The driver meets you at the North Terminal arrivals with a name board — typically at the Costa Coffee meeting point in the main arrivals hall.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick South Terminal?

How much is a taxi from Gatwick South Terminal? The same fixed fare applies. South Terminal handles British Airways long-haul, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, easyJet long-haul services, and several charter carriers. The pre-booked meeting point at South Terminal is in the arrivals hall near the main exit, with the driver holding a name board. The inter-terminal shuttle train between North and South Terminal runs every few minutes and is free — if you arrive at the wrong terminal, the shuttle reaches the other side in approximately 2 to 3 minutes.

9. Early Morning and Late-Night Gatwick Taxi Prices

Taxi from Gatwick early morning price — this question reflects a genuine concern. Many passengers with 6am or 7am flights depart from home at 3am to 4am and want to confirm the fare will not carry an overnight premium. Gatwick Taxi Transfer charges the same confirmed fixed fare at any hour of any day. A 3am Gatwick to Central London pickup carries the same £65 to £90 confirmed fare as a midday booking on the same route.

The Gatwick taxi price late night — for arrivals landing at 11pm, midnight, or later — follows the same principle. Your flight lands, the driver is waiting in arrivals (having monitored your inbound flight automatically), and the fare is the confirmed figure from your booking with no night-time additions. Some operators do apply after-midnight premiums; always confirm the fare is fixed and inclusive at all hours when booking with any provider.

10. Gatwick Taxi Price for Groups — Per-Head Breakdown

The Gatwick taxi price for 4 people represents the point where the taxi becomes definitively cheaper per head than the Gatwick Express and Tube combination. Four individual Gatwick Express tickets cost £79.60 (£19.90 each). A saloon taxi for four from Central London to Gatwick costs £75 to £85 total — £4 to £5 cheaper than four train tickets in total, plus providing door-to-terminal service rather than requiring a local transfer to Victoria first.

For the Gatwick taxi price per person at different group sizes from Central London:

Solo: £75 to £90 (full saloon fare). Two passengers: £38 to £45 each. Three passengers: £25 to £30 each. Four passengers in a saloon: £19 to £23 each. Five or six in an MPV: £15 to £20 each. Seven or eight in a minibus: £14 to £20 each.

At six passengers in an MPV, the Gatwick MPV taxi price per head of £15 to £20 is cheaper than any available public transport option door to door, including the Southern Rail off-peak advance ticket at £8 to £14 which still requires an onward local transfer from the London terminus. The minibus to Gatwick airport price for groups of seven or eight is the lowest absolute per-head rate available across all transfer options.

11. How to Get the Cheapest Gatwick Taxi Price

The cheapest taxi to Gatwick Airport for your specific journey comes from combining three straightforward practices that experienced airport travellers use consistently.

Fixed fare vs estimate — why it matters

A Gatwick airport taxi fixed fare is confirmed at booking as a total figure that cannot be revised. Many providers quote starting rates or estimates that differ from the final amount. Always confirm you are receiving a fixed fare, not an estimate. All Gatwick Taxi Transfer prices are confirmed fixed totals. For the question is Gatwick taxi cheaper than train for your specific journey — use the calculation: multiply the train ticket cost by your passenger count and add the cost of any onward local transfer from the London terminus. For groups of three or more, the taxi frequently wins on total cost.

Pre-book in advance

A pre-booked taxi Gatwick airport price is confirmed at booking and locked. Book taxi Gatwick airport in advance — 24 to 48 hours minimum, longer for peak periods — to secure the best available rate and guarantee vehicle allocation. Same-day demand bookings may carry a small premium and face reduced vehicle availability, particularly for early morning departures before 6am. For bank holiday weekends and school holiday peaks, booking a week ahead is advisable.

Choose the right vehicle

Booking a larger vehicle than your group requires increases cost unnecessarily. Three passengers with standard luggage in a saloon pay less than the same group in an MPV. Confirm your passenger count and luggage quantity at booking to receive the most cost-effective vehicle allocation for your group. The Gatwick taxi prices saloon base rate is always the starting point — only upgrade to estate, MPV, or executive when your passenger count or luggage genuinely requires it.

Get a fixed quote — not an estimate

The cheapest fixed price taxi Gatwick is found by confirming that the quoted price is a fixed total, not an estimate or starting rate. An estimate can be revised after the journey. A fixed fare confirmed at booking cannot. All Gatwick Taxi Transfer prices are fixed totals confirmed at booking. Gatwick taxi price 2026 fares on this page reflect current market rates inclusive of the fuel cost and driver cost increases that took effect in 2025. For the most accurate fixed quote for your specific address, use our online booking calculator or contact the team directly.

Best way to get from Gatwick to London cheap

Best way to get from Gatwick to London cheap: for one person, the Southern Rail off-peak train at £8 to £14 is the cheapest option, reaching London Bridge, Victoria, or St Pancras. For two or more passengers where the final destination requires an onward local transfer from the train station, a pre-booked taxi frequently matches or beats the total cost while providing a single direct journey. Use the fixed price taxi from Gatwick to London option when the full door-to-door cost (train ticket plus onward local transfer) for multiple passengers is close to or above the taxi total.

12. Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a taxi cost from Gatwick Airport to Central London?

Approximately £65 to £90 for a standard saloon, 28 to 30 miles, 45 to 70 minutes. The exact Gatwick airport taxi fare to Central London depends on your specific postcode. For an instant confirmed quote, use the GTT fare calculator.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick to London for a group of 4?

A saloon for four people from Gatwick to Central London costs £75 to £90 total — approximately £19 to £23 each. This is cheaper per head than four Gatwick Express tickets (£79.60 total) and provides direct door-to-destination service.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Brighton?

Approximately £60 to £80 for a standard saloon, 27 miles via the A23, 35 to 55 minutes. Brighton Taxis publish this route from £57; LondonAirport-Taxi.com from £60. Pre-booking secures the lowest fixed fare.

Is the Gatwick taxi cheaper than the Gatwick Express?

For one or two people with a final destination near Victoria or Paddington, the Express is cheaper. For groups of three or more, the taxi is cheaper per head. For groups of four, the taxi total of £80 beats four Express tickets (£79.60) while providing door-to-door service rather than Victoria Station only.

How much is an Uber from Gatwick to Central London?

Off-peak without surge: £55 to £75. With 1.5x surge (common at peak landing times): £83 to £113. With 2x surge: £110 to £150. The Gatwick taxi vs Uber price comparison favours the pre-booked fixed fare for certainty — the confirmed price does not increase when your flight lands.

Are Gatwick taxi prices higher early morning or late at night?

Gatwick Taxi Transfer charges no overnight premium. The Gatwick taxi price late night and taxi from Gatwick early morning price are the same confirmed fixed fares as daytime bookings on identical routes. Always confirm this with any provider before booking.

How much is a taxi from Gatwick North Terminal vs South Terminal?

Identical fixed fares from both terminals. How much is taxi from Gatwick North Terminal and how much is taxi from Gatwick South Terminal to the same destination — the answer is the same. Specify your terminal and flight number when booking so the driver positions correctly.

How long does a taxi from Gatwick take?

How long does a taxi from Gatwick take to Central London? Approximately 45 to 70 minutes off-peak. How far is Gatwick from London by taxi? Approximately 28 to 30 miles to Central London postcodes, 17 miles to Croydon, and 42 to 45 miles to Heathrow Airport. Journey times vary with M25 and A23 traffic conditions.

What is the Gatwick taxi price per mile?

Gatwick Taxi Transfer uses route-based fixed pricing rather than per-mile metering. The effective per-mile rate on key routes: Crawley (6 miles, £30) ≈ £5.00/mile; Brighton (27 miles, £65) ≈ £2.41/mile; Central London (29 miles, £75) ≈ £2.59/mile; Reading (60 miles, £160) ≈ £2.67/mile. Longer routes have lower effective per-mile rates due to motorway efficiency.

What is the cheapest way from Gatwick to London?

For solo travel, the Southern Rail advance off-peak train at £8 to £14 is cheapest (London Bridge, Victoria, or St Pancras). For two or more passengers where a final local transfer from the station is also needed, the pre-booked taxi to the door is often cheaper in total. For groups of four or more, the taxi is almost always cheaper per head than public transport plus onward local transfer.

Topical Authority — Why Gatwick Taxi Transfer covers every route

Gatwick Taxi Transfer has been operating airport transfers across all five London airports since the site’s founding. The Gatwick taxi prices published on this page are actively maintained and cross-referenced against published operator rates at least quarterly. Each fare range has been sourced from live operator pricing pages rather than estimated algorithmically. Where multiple operators publish different fares for the same route, the verified range reflects the actual spread of current market pricing. Passengers using the GTT booking system receive a confirmed fixed total from their specific pickup postcode — not a generic starting rate that is then revised at booking. For further reading on Gatwick Airport services, operations, and transport options, the Gatwick Airport official website is the primary authoritative source. For real-time rail journey planning between Gatwick and any UK destination, National Rail Enquiries provides live timetables and fare information.

Gatwick Airport Taxi Transfer — All UK Routes

Gatwick Taxi Transfer operates fixed-fare transfers between Gatwick Airport and every major UK destination. The route pages below cover verified fares, journey times, and booking information for each specific town and city. Selecting your departure or destination city gives you the exact confirmed fare for your journey.