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£65 LGW ⇆ PO19
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Every vehicle in our fleet is under five years old, fully air-conditioned, and GPS-tracked. From a solo saloon for a Chichester city centre pickup to a 16-seater for a Goodwood group departure, your fare is confirmed at booking. Chichester taxi prices confirmed before your travel day — cheapest taxi chichester to Gatwick: £65 saloon, all-inclusive.
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Standard — Solo & Small Groups
Saloon & Estate · from £65 · Chichester taxi prices to Gatwick
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EXTRA BOOT£70 LGW ⇆ PO19
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Premium — Executive Chichester Taxi to Gatwick
Executive Car & MPV · from £80 · Corporate & Goodwood group transfers
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⭐ LUXURY
£80 LGW ⇆ PO19
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£90 LGW ⇆ PO19
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£105 LGW ⇆ PO19
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£105 LGW ⇆ PO19
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Minibus — Large Groups Chichester to Gatwick
8-Seater & 16-Seater · from £125 · Goodwood & group transfers from all PO postcodes
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XL GROUP
£125 LGW ⇆ PO19
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LARGE GROUP
£180 LGW ⇆ PO19
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Mercedes Sprinter or Similar
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Chichester Taxi Prices to Gatwick — PO Postcode Fares
Fixed fares to Gatwick — locked at booking, same both ways. Chichester taxi numbers: +44 203 617 7825
PO19
City Centre
Cathedral · Northgate · Somerstown
payments£65
schedule ~1h 00min
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Bosham · Fishbourne
Funtington · Westbourne · Chidham
payments£65
schedule ~1h 05min
Book PO18PO20
East/West Wittering
Selsey · Bracklesham Bay
payments£68
schedule ~1h 10min
Book PO20PO10
Emsworth
Southbourne · Hermitage · Westbourne
payments£68
schedule ~1h 10min
Book PO10GU29
Midhurst
Petworth · Easebourne · Fernhurst
payments£72
schedule ~1h 15min
Book GU29PO17
Wickham
Southwick · Curdridge · Droxford
payments£70
schedule ~1h 10min
Book PO17Also covering Arundel BN18 £68, Petworth GU28 £72, Bognor Regis PO21 £70, Havant PO9 £68, Petersfield GU31 £75, Hayling Island PO11 £70, Rowlands Castle PO9 £68 and all West Sussex PO postcodes. Need a taxi chichester or airport taxi chichester to Gatwick? Taxis chichester to Gatwick covered 24 hours every day. Chichester taxi numbers and chichester taxis numbers for Gatwick Airport: +44 203 617 7825.
Chichester is one of southern England's most historically rich and economically distinctive cities — a remarkably intact Roman planned settlement whose grid layout, ancient city walls, and medieval cross remain defining features of the modern city. Capital of West Sussex with a district population exceeding 120,000, Chichester combines its deep heritage role with a dynamic events economy centred on Goodwood Estate — home to the Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival, and Qatar Goodwood Festival. The Chichester Cathedral, Chichester Festival Theatre, and the University of Chichester collectively generate sustained year-round demand for confirmed Gatwick airport transfers. Situated approximately 50 miles from Gatwick Airport via the A27 and A29/A264 — making our £65 fixed saloon one of the most competitive confirmed prices for any South Coast city.
The local taxi landscape in Chichester is served by several established operators. Starline taxis chichester is the most prominent, operating across PO19 and the wider district under the starline taxi chichester identifier — the largest metered fleet in the city. Station taxis chichester serves the railway station corridor and city centre runs. Central taxis chichester provides additional coverage across PO19 and surrounding villages. These chichester taxi companies and chichester taxi firms are reliable and metered for local journeys. For confirmed fixed-price Gatwick Airport transfers requiring TfL PCO licensing — our specialist airport service covers every PO postcode at confirmed £65 saloon. Chichester taxi prices for Gatwick: confirmed at booking. Chichester taxi services and taxi services chichester for local metered runs: use the established local operators. For Gatwick: our confirmed fixed service. Taxis in chichester west sussex for Gatwick airport transfers: PCO certification required — our service only.
Chichester taxi numbers for Gatwick Airport runs: +44 203 617 7825 — answered 24 hours. Taxi to chichester from Gatwick or airport taxi chichester for departures: both handled identically. Passengers needing onward connections to Canterbury or Bristol can arrange multi-leg or separate routes — meet and greet at Gatwick, 45 minutes free waiting from touchdown. Taxi in chichester and taxi service chichester for local runs differ from our specialist Gatwick service. Book chichester taxi online at gatwicktaxitransfer.com.
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Why Chichester Passengers Choose Our Gatwick Taxi
Fixed £65 — Confirmed at Booking
Chichester taxi prices to Gatwick confirmed at booking — £65 saloon, unchanged on the day. Starline taxis chichester, station taxis chichester, and central taxis chichester operate on metered fares for local town runs, meaning no upfront price confirmation exists for a 50-mile motorway run. Our fixed £65 is all-inclusive: meet and greet at Gatwick, 45 minutes free waiting from touchdown, and live flight tracking. Chichester taxi prices for Gatwick: £65 confirmed, no revision at drop-off, no A27 or M23 surcharge.
A27/A29 Direct — 50 Miles to Gatwick
From Chichester PO19, the A27 eastbound connects to the A29 northbound near Fontwell, then the A264 at Crawley joins the M23 directly into Gatwick's North and South Terminals. The entire route from Chichester ring road is dual-carriageway or A-road with no urban congestion after Fontwell. Off-peak Chichester to Gatwick: 1 hour. Allow 1 hour 20 minutes for Friday afternoon A264 and M23 approach traffic.
Live Flight Tracking — 45 Min Free Waiting
Every Gatwick to Chichester taxi collection is tracked from your flight's origin airport — no calls needed from baggage reclaim. If your return from Malaga or Dubai lands 90 minutes late, your driver adjusts automatically. Forty-five minutes free waiting from actual touchdown is included at the confirmed £65 fare. Your driver meets you in the correct Gatwick North or South Terminal arrivals hall with a personalised name board.
24-Hour Chichester Taxi — Goodwood & Pre-Dawn Runs
Goodwood Festival of Speed early entry requires pre-dawn Chichester pickups. A 6:00 AM Gatwick departure from PO19 requires leaving at approximately 4:45 AM. Chichester taxi services for confirmed pre-dawn Gatwick runs are limited among local metered operators. Our service: same confirmed £65 at 4:00 AM as at 4:00 PM. Chichester taxi numbers for early runs: +44 203 617 7825.
PCO Licensed — Chichester Licence Not Valid at Gatwick
Starline taxis chichester, station taxis chichester, central taxis chichester, and other taxi firms in chichester west sussex hold Chichester District Council private hire licences. These are not valid for Gatwick Airport private hire collections, which require TfL PCO certification. Our drivers hold full TfL PCO licences, enhanced DBS certification, and commercial insurance. Taxis in chichester west sussex for Gatwick: our PCO-licensed service is the only compliant option.
The Goodwood Estate — located just north of Chichester PO18 — generates the most intensive and geographically specific airport transfer demand of any West Sussex location. During the Festival of Speed in late June and the Goodwood Revival in September, Chichester and its surrounding PO postcodes receive tens of thousands of visitors — many requiring early morning Gatwick departures before midday on the Monday after race weekend. This creates a predictable but significant peak demand for confirmed, pre-booked Gatwick transfers at confirmed fixed prices. Chichester taxi service for Goodwood weekend: our service handles multiple PO18 Goodwood Estate and Chichester city centre pickups at the confirmed £65 saloon fare throughout both events. Standard metered chichester taxis cannot guarantee availability or confirmed fares during Goodwood peak periods.
The taxi to chichester from Gatwick comparison also deserves direct consideration. Southern Railway operates between Gatwick and Chichester via Horsham or via Brighton — both requiring at least one change. The fastest rail option is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes minimum under ideal conditions, often 1 hour 50 minutes with luggage. For two passengers, the combined fare often exceeds the £65 taxi. For four passengers in the £90 MPV at £22.50 per head, the taxi is substantially cheaper per person than four individual rail tickets. No luggage between platforms, no connections to miss, no A27 bus link from Chichester station. Our chichester taxi service covers the Gatwick run at confirmed £65 — door to terminal, driver meets you at arrivals.
Chichester to Heathrow taxi: approximately 70 miles via the A3(M)/M25 — around 1 hour 20 minutes off-peak, quoted at approximately £75. Passengers connecting through Bognor Regis or needing onward transfer to London's West End can arrange multi-leg routes. Taxi service chichester for Gatwick: 24/7, confirmed £65, PCO-licensed. Chichester taxi service and chichester taxi services for local metered runs: use starline taxis chichester or station taxis chichester for short journeys within PO19.
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Chichester to Gatwick — Distance, Time & Route
The airport taxi chichester to Gatwick covers approximately 48–58 miles depending on your exact PO postcode. From Chichester city centre (PO19), the A27 eastbound runs towards Arundel and Worthing, with the A29 turnoff at Fontwell providing a direct north-south connection towards Crawley. From the A29, the A264 approaches Gatwick from the west and connects directly to the M23 at Pease Pottage — then the M23 northbound runs directly into Gatwick's North and South Terminals. The route from Chichester is entirely A-road and dual-carriageway — significantly more rural and less traffic-prone than routes from more easterly Kent towns. Off-peak Chichester to Gatwick: consistently under 1 hour. Friday evening A264 approach to Gatwick: allow 1 hour 20 minutes for the Crawley section.
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Off-peak: ~1h 00min | Fri peak: ~1h 20min
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A27 → A29 → A264 → M23 → Gatwick
Fixed Fare
£65 saloon — same both directions
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Gatwick North & South Terminal
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Goodwood Transfers — Festival of Speed & Revival
Goodwood Estate (PO18) is located just 6 miles north of Chichester city centre. During the annual Festival of Speed in late June and the Goodwood Revival in September, our chichester taxi service operates enhanced capacity for early morning Gatwick departures — typically required on the Monday and Tuesday following each event. Pre-booking is essential for Goodwood weekend Gatwick transfers: same confirmed £65 from PO18 Goodwood/Singleton area. Chichester taxi numbers for Goodwood event bookings: +44 203 617 7825.
Chichester PO19 ⇆ Gatwick LGW
~50 miles · A27/A29/A264/M23 · Fixed £65 · Both Directions
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All Chichester Areas Covered
•PO19 City Centre — £65
•PO18 Bosham/Goodwood — £65
•PO20 East Wittering — £68
•PO10 Emsworth — £68
•GU29 Midhurst — £72
•BN18 Arundel — £68
•GU28 Petworth — £72
•PO21 Bognor Regis — £70
Gatwick Airport ⇆ Chichester Route Map
A27 → A29 → A264 → M23 → Gatwick · ~50 miles · GPS Tracked · Live Traffic Monitored
Distance
~50 Miles
Off-Peak
~1h 00min
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A27 → M23
Chichester ⇆ Gatwick — Fixed Fare Price Guide
Every taxi chichester to Gatwick fare is fixed at booking — no Goodwood weekend premium, no A264 or M23 congestion fee, no revision on the day. All chichester taxi prices include meet and greet at Gatwick arrivals, 45 minutes free waiting from landing, and real-time flight monitoring. Chichester taxi companies and starline taxis chichester cannot confirm a fixed Gatwick fare — our confirmed price is the most transparent available from any PO postcode.
| Vehicle | Passengers | LGW → Chichester | Chichester → LGW | Book |
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| Saloon Car | 1–3 passengers | £65 | £65 | Book |
| Estate Car | 1–4 + extra bags | £70 | £70 | Book |
| Executive Car ⭐ | 1–3 passengers | £80 | £80 | Book |
| MPV — 5/6 Seater | 4–6 passengers | £90 | £90 | Book |
| MPV-7 / Exec MPV-7 | 5–7 passengers | £105 | £105 | Book |
| 8 Seater Minibus | 6–8 passengers | £125 | £125 | Book |
| 16 Seater Minibus | 9–16 passengers | £180 | £180 | Book |
infoAll fares confirmed at booking — no bank holiday premium, no Goodwood event surcharge, no luggage surcharge. Free child seats on request. Airport taxi chichester to Gatwick: meet and greet at the correct terminal included in every fare.
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Chichester — The Gatwick Transfer Landscape
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Local Chichester Taxi Operators
Taxis chichester are served by several established local operators. Starline taxis chichester is the largest fleet in PO19, operating as both starline taxi chichester and starline taxis chichester — the dominant chichester taxi company for city centre, station, and short-distance runs throughout the district. Station taxis chichester serves the Chichester railway station corridor and surrounding PO19 streets. Central taxis chichester provides additional city-wide coverage. These chichester taxi firms and taxi firms in chichester are metered and reliable for local journeys — taxi in chichester, taxi to chichester for short runs, and chichester station taxis for rail connection pickups. For confirmed fixed-price Gatwick Airport transfers requiring TfL PCO certification: our specialist airport service at fixed £65. Chichester taxi numbers and chichester taxis numbers for Gatwick: +44 203 617 7825.
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Goodwood, Cathedral & Cultural Travel Demand
Chichester generates diverse and consistent Gatwick transfer demand from four distinct travel profiles. The Goodwood Estate's annual events — Festival of Speed (late June), Goodwood Revival (September), and Qatar Goodwood Festival (horse racing, August) — bring tens of thousands of visitors requiring early Monday Gatwick departures. Chichester Cathedral and its surrounding historic district attract heritage visitors flying long-haul via Gatwick. The Chichester Festival Theatre — one of the UK's leading regional theatres — draws theatre visitors from across Europe and North America. The University of Chichester generates end-of-term Gatwick demand in December, March, and June. Additionally, the St Richard's Hospital NHS Trust employs medical professionals requiring pre-dawn airport connections. Chichester harbour AONB also attracts sailing enthusiasts arriving via Gatwick throughout summer. Our chichester taxi service covers every demand profile at confirmed £65.
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Chichester & West Sussex — Rail vs Taxi to Gatwick
Chichester has one railway station on the West Coastway Line served by Southern Railway. There is no direct rail service to Gatwick from Chichester — every rail route requires at least one change, either via Horsham or via Brighton and Thameslink. The fastest rail option (Chichester → Horsham → Gatwick) takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes under ideal conditions with a 10–15 minute connection wait at Horsham. For two passengers, the combined fares to Gatwick often exceed £55–70, making the £65 taxi competitive even for two people. For groups of four in the £90 MPV — £22.50 per head — the taxi is almost always the more economical option. Taxi companies chichester west sussex for Gatwick: our confirmed fixed-price service. Taxi firms in chichester west sussex for local runs: use metered local operators. Taxis in chichester west sussex for airport transfers requiring PCO certification: our specialist service is the only compliant option from any PO postcode.
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Chichester Taxi Service — Every UK Airport
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All Major Airports from Chichester
Airport taxi chichester to Gatwick LGW: £65 saloon. Chichester to Heathrow taxi: approximately £75 via A3(M)/M25 — around 70 miles, 1h 20min off-peak. Southampton Airport from Chichester: approximately £55 via A27/M27 — around 35 miles. Stansted Airport from Chichester: approximately £110 via M23/M25/M11. Luton Airport from Chichester: approximately £115. All fares confirmed at booking, same both directions, 24 hours a day.
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Group Cost Per Head — PO19 to Gatwick
Two passengers share £65 — £32.50 each, often cheaper than two Southern Railway advance fares to Gatwick via Horsham. Four in the £90 MPV: £22.50 each — substantially cheaper than four rail tickets. Six in the same MPV: just £15.00 each. Eight in the minibus at £125: £15.63 per head. Sixteen passengers for a Goodwood event group or university group: £180 total — just £11.25 each. Chichester taxis numbers for group bookings: +44 203 617 7825.
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Early Morning Runs — PO19 to Gatwick
For a 7:00 AM Gatwick departure, check-in closes around 6:20 AM — your PO19 pickup should be at approximately 5:00 AM, allowing 1 hour on the A27/A264/M23. Chichester taxi services for confirmed pre-dawn Gatwick runs are limited among local metered operators. Same confirmed £65 at 5:00 AM as at 5:00 PM — driver details sent the evening before. Chichester taxi numbers for pre-dawn bookings: +44 203 617 7825.
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What Makes Our Chichester to Gatwick Taxi Different
A27/A29/A264 — The Fastest Route from Chichester to Gatwick
From Chichester PO19, the A27 eastbound provides direct access towards Arundel, with the A29 turnoff at Fontwell running north through Pulborough and Billingshurst to Crawley. From Crawley, the A264 connects directly to the M23 at Pease Pottage — and the M23 northbound runs directly into Gatwick North and South Terminals. This route avoids the congested Brighton corridor and the unpredictable M25 orbital — making the Chichester to Gatwick run one of the most time-consistent transfers in West Sussex. Our drivers monitor the A264 Crawley section and M23 approach in real time. Taxi service chichester to Gatwick: confirmed 1 hour door-to-terminal off-peak.
Correct Gatwick Terminal — North or South Confirmed
Gatwick's North and South Terminals are separate arrival halls. Your terminal is confirmed from your flight number at booking — easyJet and TUI from the North Terminal; British Airways, Ryanair, and Wizz Air from the South. For the return taxi from Gatwick to Chichester, your driver waits in the correct arrivals hall with a name board. After a Mediterranean or transatlantic return, you walk directly to your waiting driver — 45 minutes free waiting from actual touchdown, included at the confirmed £65 fare. Chichester taxi service for arrivals: same as departures, same confirmed price.
PCO Licensed — Chichester District Licence Not Valid at Gatwick
Starline taxis chichester, station taxis chichester, central taxis chichester, and other taxi firms in chichester west sussex hold Chichester District Council private hire licences. These authorise operations within their local area but are not valid for Gatwick Airport private hire collections, which require TfL PCO certification under the Airport Byelaws. Our drivers hold full TfL PCO licences, enhanced DBS checks, and commercial insurance. Taxi companies chichester west sussex for local runs: use local metered operators. For Gatwick: our PCO-certified service only.
Chichester Taxi Prices — Fixed, All-Inclusive, No Surprises
Chichester taxi prices to Gatwick confirmed at booking — £65 saloon, no Goodwood event surcharge, no overnight premium, no A264 toll added. Chichester taxi service for Gatwick: competitive £65 confirmed, same in both directions. VAT receipts available for business travellers from West Sussex County Council, the University of Chichester, or St Richard's Hospital NHS Trust. Central taxis chichester and starline taxis chichester for local metered runs; our service for confirmed fixed-price Gatwick transfers. Chichester taxi service enquiries: +44 203 617 7825.
Every Chichester Taxi Transfer Includes:
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Chichester to Gatwick — Taxi vs Train vs Driving
Train via Horsham
Chichester to Gatwick by rail requires a Southern Railway train to Horsham (~50 min), then a second train to Gatwick (~25 min), with a 10–15 minute connection wait. Minimum 1 hour 30 minutes door-to-terminal. No viable service for Gatwick check-ins before 8 AM. For two passengers, combined fares often reach £55–70 — matching our taxi fare. No luggage assistance, no guaranteed connection on delays, no 24-hour availability for pre-dawn runs. Chichester taxi services for Gatwick: our direct transfer beats the train for groups of two or more.
Driving & Car Park
Driving from Chichester to Gatwick takes approximately 1 hour — the same as our taxi. However, Gatwick short-stay car park costs £23–£35 per day. On a 5-day trip, parking alone reaches £115–175, easily exceeding our £65 fixed taxi fare. A week's holiday: £160–250 in parking vs £65 taxi. For two passengers, the taxi wins on cost from day 3 of any trip. Our £65 covers everything — driver, fuel, parking, and meet and greet — in one confirmed price.
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Pre-Booked Gatwick Transfer
Door to Gatwick in 1 hour. Fixed £65 confirmed at booking. PCO-licensed for Gatwick collections. No car park costs. Flight-tracked returns. Works at 5:00 AM as reliably as 5:00 PM. No rail connections to miss with luggage.
| Feature | 🚂 Train via Horsham | 🚗 Drive & Park | 🚕 Pre-Booked GTT |
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| Door-to-Terminal | 1h 30min+ | ~1h 10min (+ park) | ~1h 00min |
| Fixed Price | Per ticket | Fuel + £23–35/day park | ✅ £65 confirmed |
| Flight Tracking | ❌ None | ❌ None | ✅ Real-time |
| 5 AM Available | ❌ No service | ✅ (but M23 unknown) | ✅ 24/7 365 |
| 4 People Cost | £90–140+ total | Fuel + £23–35/day | £90 MPV (£22.50/head) |
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How to Book Your Chichester to Gatwick Taxi
Book your transfer in under 60 seconds. Chichester taxi numbers for phone bookings: +44 203 617 7825 — answered 24/7. Chichester taxi service via our online booking system, available round the clock.
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Enter Your Chichester Address
Any PO19–PO20 address, Bosham PO18, Emsworth PO10, Midhurst GU29, Arundel BN18, or any West Sussex postcode. Goodwood Estate, hotel, hospital, or home address all accepted.
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Select Your Gatwick Terminal
North Terminal: easyJet, Jet2, TUI. South Terminal: British Airways, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Virgin Atlantic, Delta. Your driver departs Chichester at the precise time to reach the correct terminal, accounting for A264 and M23 conditions.
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Add Your Flight Number
For Gatwick to Chichester returns: your inbound flight is tracked live from its departure airport. Delays handled automatically — 45 minutes free waiting from actual touchdown, no calls needed from baggage reclaim.
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Confirm & Receive Driver Details
Card, Apple Pay, or cash accepted. Instant confirmation with driver name, vehicle registration, and direct mobile number. Book chichester taxi online →
Instant Quote — Chichester to Gatwick
Fixed chichester taxi prices confirmed instantly — no hidden charges. Cheapest taxi chichester for Gatwick: £65 saloon all-inclusive.
Any PO postcode, Midhurst, Arundel or Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport LGW or any PO postcode in Chichester
A27 → A29 → A264 → M23 → Gatwick LGW (~50 mi)
£65 — Fixed, All-Inclusive
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Chichester to Gatwick Taxi — Frequently Asked Questions
The most searched questions from Chichester and West Sussex passengers booking Gatwick airport taxi transfers in 2025.
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How much is a taxi from Chichester to Gatwick Airport in 2025?
A fixed taxi from Chichester to Gatwick costs £65 for a saloon in 2025 — confirmed at booking, same price both ways. Full price guide: Estate £70, Executive £80, MPV 5–6 seater £90, MPV-7 or Exec MPV-7 £105, 8-seater minibus £125, 16-seater £180. Chichester taxi prices include meet and greet at the correct Gatwick terminal with a name board, 45 minutes free waiting from actual touchdown, and live flight tracking. No A27 or M23 surcharge, no overnight premium — £65 confirmed is what you pay. Starline taxis chichester and other local chichester taxi companies cannot confirm a fixed Gatwick fare in advance.
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What is the best route from Chichester to Gatwick Airport?
The fastest route from Chichester to Gatwick is the A27 eastbound towards Arundel, then the A29 northbound at Fontwell, the A264 at Crawley, and the M23 northbound directly into Gatwick terminals. Total distance: approximately 50 miles from PO19 city centre. This avoids the congested Brighton coastal route and the slower M25 orbital via Guildford. Our drivers monitor the A264 Crawley section and M23 approach in real time. Off-peak journey: consistently under 1 hour. Alternative via A3(M)/M25 is approximately 65 miles and takes longer in most traffic conditions.
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How long does a taxi from Chichester to Gatwick Airport take?
A taxi from Chichester to Gatwick takes approximately 1 hour off-peak — covering around 50 miles via the A27, A29, A264, and M23. The route from the Chichester ring road is entirely dual-carriageway or A-road with no town centre sections. Friday afternoon A264/M23 approach: allow 1 hour 20 minutes. Bank holiday Sunday evenings can also add 15–20 minutes. Return taxi from Gatwick to Chichester: same route, same estimate — 1 hour off-peak.
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What time should I leave Chichester for an early Gatwick flight?
For a 7:00 AM Gatwick departure, check-in closes around 6:20 AM — your PO19 Chichester pickup should be at approximately 5:00 AM, allowing 1 hour on the A27/A264/M23 plus terminal buffer. For a 6:00 AM flight, aim for 4:15 AM. For a 5:00 AM flight, 3:30 AM from Chichester. Our chichester taxi service covers all pre-dawn Gatwick runs at the confirmed £65 fare — same price at 3 AM as at 3 PM. Driver name, vehicle registration, and direct mobile number sent the evening before every booking.
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Is a Chichester to Gatwick taxi cheaper than the train?
For two or more passengers travelling together, the taxi is typically cheaper and substantially faster. Chichester to Gatwick by rail requires a change at Horsham — minimum 1 hour 30 minutes, and no early service before 7 AM. Two passengers share £65 — £32.50 each. Two advance Southern Railway fares via Horsham to Gatwick typically cost £55–70 combined. Four passengers in the £90 MPV: £22.50 each — almost always cheaper per head than four individual rail tickets and significantly faster door-to-terminal.
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Do you cover Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival taxi transfers?
Yes — our chichester taxi service covers all Goodwood Estate events at confirmed fixed prices throughout the year. Goodwood Estate PO18 is approximately 6 miles north of Chichester city centre. The confirmed fare from PO18/Goodwood area to Gatwick is £65 saloon — same price applies during Festival of Speed (late June), Goodwood Revival (September), and Qatar Goodwood Festival (August horse racing). For Monday morning Gatwick departures after events end, pre-booking is essential. Chichester taxi numbers for Goodwood event bookings: +44 203 617 7825.
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Can I get a taxi from Gatwick Airport back to Chichester?
Yes — the return taxi from Gatwick Airport to Chichester is the same confirmed £65 saloon. Your driver meets you in the correct arrivals hall — North or South Terminal confirmed from your flight number at booking — with a personalised name board. Live flight tracking from your origin airport means the driver knows exactly when you land, including delays. Forty-five minutes free waiting from actual touchdown is included. Return taxi from Gatwick to Chichester: same £65, PCO-licensed, meet and greet included. No calls needed from baggage reclaim.
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Do you cover Bosham, Emsworth, East Wittering, Midhurst and surrounding areas?
Yes — all PO and GU postcodes in West Sussex covered at confirmed fixed fares. Bosham PO18: £65. Emsworth PO10: £68. East/West Wittering PO20: £68. Midhurst GU29: £72. Arundel BN18: £68. Petworth GU28: £72. Bognor Regis PO21: £70. Hayling Island PO11: £70. Havant PO9: £68. Petersfield GU31: £75. All fares confirmed at booking, same both directions. Chichester taxi numbers to confirm your postcode: +44 203 617 7825.
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Are Chichester taxi firms licensed to collect from Gatwick Airport?
No — starline taxis chichester, station taxis chichester, central taxis chichester, and other taxi firms in chichester west sussex hold Chichester District Council private hire licences. These are valid for local PO postcode operations only. Gatwick Airport private hire collections require TfL PCO certification under the Airport Byelaws — a separate national licence held by our drivers. We are the only PCO-compliant chichester taxi company offering confirmed fixed-price Gatwick transfers with meet and greet, flight tracking, and 45 minutes free waiting from any PO postcode.
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Is it cheaper to get a taxi or drive to Gatwick from Chichester?
Driving from Chichester to Gatwick takes approximately 1 hour — the same as our taxi. However, Gatwick short-stay parking costs £23–35 per day. On a 5-night holiday, parking costs £115–175, exceeding our £65 taxi fare by a significant margin. On a week's trip, parking can reach £160–245 versus our £65 taxi. For any trip of 3 or more nights, our confirmed £65 fare is cheaper than the car park alone, before fuel is counted. For groups of two or more, the taxi wins on cost from day one.
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Book Your Chichester to Gatwick Taxi — From £65 Fixed Both Ways
PCO licensed · Fixed price at booking · Live flight tracking · 24-hour service. No A27 or M23 surcharge, no overnight premium. From £65 saloon, same both directions, meet and greet at Gatwick arrivals.
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