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A pre-booked Heathrow airport transfer takes you from the terminal to your hotel, home or meeting without ticket queues or train changes. You agree to a fixed fare before you travel, your driver tracks your flight, and they meet you inside arrivals with your name on a board.
Our office is at 450 Bath Road, on the northern edge of the airport, so Heathrow is our home ground. We run transfers to and from Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 at any hour, in vehicles from a saloon for a couple to a 24-seat coach for a group.

Why book your Heathrow airport taxi with us

A fixed fare, agreed before you travel

The price you are quoted is the price you pay. It already includes Heathrow's £7 Terminal Drop-Off Charge and the London ULEZ, so nothing is added on the day. There is no meter and no surge pricing.

Flight tracking and 60 minutes' free waiting

Give us your flight number when you book. We track it from departure, so if you land early or late, your pickup moves with it at no extra cost. Airport pickups include 60 minutes of free waiting from the moment your flight lands. Waiting beyond that may be charged.

Meet and greet in the arrivals hall

Your driver waits in your terminal's arrivals hall with a name board, helps with your bags and walks you to the car.

Door to door, day and night

We drop you at the entrance of your hotel, home or office. Our team answers calls and WhatsApp messages 24 hours a day, so plans that change at 3 a.m. still get sorted.

Child seats and special requests

Child seats are available on request. Tell us each child's age when you book and we will fit the right seat before pickup. If you travel with a wheelchair, need extra assistance or want to bring a pet, mention it when booking and we will confirm what we can arrange.

Heathrow terminals: where your driver meets you

Heathrow has four passenger terminals: 2, 3, 4 and 5. Terminal 1 closed in 2015. Each terminal has its own arrivals hall and approach road, so the terminal on your booking decides where your driver goes.
Terminal | Where it is | Good to know
Terminal 2 (The Queen's Terminal) | Central area, beside Terminal 3 | Reached through the tunnel into the central terminal area
Terminal 3 | Central area, beside Terminal 2 | Shares the central area and rail station with Terminal 2
Terminal 4 | Southern side of the airport | A separate drive from the other three terminals
Terminal 5 | Western side, towards the M25 | Used by most British Airways flights
Airlines sometimes move terminals. We check your flight number before your driver sets off, so they go to the terminal your flight actually uses. If you need to switch terminals yourself, travel between Heathrow's stations is free on the Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line.

How your Heathrow airport pickup works

Before you fly

If you are visiting the UK without a visa, you need an approved Electronic Travel Authorisation (UK ETA) before you board. The rule has been strictly enforced since 25 February 2026, and airlines will refuse boarding without one. British and Irish citizens do not need one. Check GOV.UK and apply well before your trip.
Book your pickup for your scheduled landing time, not your guess at when you will clear passport control. The free waiting time is there to cover border queues and slow baggage belts.

After you land

Clear passport control and collect your bags.
Walk into the arrivals hall. Your driver is there with your name on a board. The exact meeting point for your terminal is in your booking confirmation.
Your driver walks you to the car. Heathrow does not allow pickups on the terminal forecourts, so the car waits in the short-stay car park beside your terminal, a short walk from arrivals.

If you cannot see your driver

Stay in the arrivals hall and call +44 7757 175663 or message us on WhatsApp. The team will put you in touch with your driver. If immigration is slow and you expect to go past the free waiting time, message us so we can keep your driver informed.

Heathrow drop-off: getting to your flight on time

We set your pickup time around your airline's check-in deadline and the traffic on your route, not just your take-off time. Early-morning departures are common at Heathrow, and we run pre-booked cars at any hour.
Your driver drops you at your terminal's forecourt. Since 1 January 2026, Heathrow charges every vehicle £7 each time it enters a terminal drop-off zone, with a 10-minute maximum stay. That charge is already in your fare.

Vehicle types and luggage capacity

Choose your vehicle by group size and the number of large cases. Long-haul passengers often carry more than a saloon holds, so if in doubt, size up or ask us.
Vehicle | Example models | Passengers | Check-in bags | Hand luggage | Child seats
Saloon | Toyota Prius, VW Passat or similar | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1
Estate | Volvo estate or similar | 4 | 3 | 3 | 1
Executive | Mercedes E-Class or similar | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1
S-Class | Mercedes S-Class or similar | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0
6-seater MPV | VW Sharan, SEAT Alhambra or similar | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2
Executive people carrier | Mercedes Viano or similar | 7 | 3 | 3 | 2
8-seater minibus | VW Transporter or similar | 8 | 4 | 4 | 2
16-seater minibus | Mercedes Sprinter or similar | 16 | 10 | 8 | 3
24-seater coach | Tour coach | 24 | 12 | 12 | 6
Capacities assume standard-size suitcases. For golf bags, skis, pushchairs or wheelchairs, tell us when you book.

Popular destinations from Heathrow

Central London hotels and stations

Most of our Heathrow transfers go into central London: hotels in Mayfair, Kensington, Westminster and the West End, and offices in the City and Canary Wharf. We also drive to Paddington, Victoria and King's Cross St Pancras for Eurostar, so you can connect straight onto your train.

Windsor, Oxford, Cambridge and the Cotswolds

Windsor is about 10 miles from Heathrow and one of our most regular routes. We drive to Oxford and Cambridge for university visits, and further afield to the Cotswolds. Families heading to Legoland Windsor and fans bound for Wembley Stadium or the O2 book the same way; on event nights we plan routes around the traffic.

Cruise port transfers

Fly-cruise passengers can go straight from the terminal to the ship. We run direct transfers to Southampton, Portsmouth and Dover.

Transfers between London airports

Changing airports? We drive direct from Heathrow to Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City.
From Heathrow to | Approx. distance | Typical road time
Windsor | 10 miles | 20–25 minutes
Reading | 25 miles | 35–45 minutes
Central London | 15–20 miles | 45–75 minutes
Canary Wharf | 20 miles | 50–70 minutes
Oxford | 45–50 miles | 70–90 minutes
Southampton cruise port | 65–70 miles | 75–95 minutes
Dover cruise port | 100 miles | 2–2.5 hours
Traffic on the M4, M25 and A40 makes the biggest difference to journey times.

Heathrow airport taxi, train or coach: which suits you?

Heathrow's public transport links are good. If you are travelling alone with a cabin bag and staying near a station, the train will usually cost less.
Option | Journey into London | Best for
Heathrow Express | Non-stop to Paddington: 15 minutes from Terminals 2 & 3, 21 from Terminal 5; no direct train from Terminal 4 | Speed, if Paddington suits you
Elizabeth line | Around 30 minutes to Paddington, then on across central London; serves all four terminals | A lower fare with more central stops
Piccadilly line | About 50 minutes to central London | The cheapest rail fare
National Express coach | Varies by route; Victoria Coach Station and towns across the UK | Budget long-distance travel
Black cab | Metered TfL fare that rises in heavy traffic | An unbooked ride from the terminal rank
Pre-booked transfer | Door to door at a fixed fare | Groups, families, heavy luggage and late arrivals
A car is the better fit when the onward journey is the hard part: two or more people sharing one fare, hold luggage and children, a hotel away from Paddington, a late-night arrival, or a destination such as Windsor, Oxford or a cruise port that would need a change of train. Compare the total cost for your group before you decide.

How to book your Heathrow transfer

Enter your route and date. Add your pickup address, destination, date and time. For airport pickups, add your flight number.
Choose your vehicle. Pick by passengers and check-in bags. Not sure? Call or message us and we will suggest one.
Confirm your booking. Your confirmation email carries your booking reference and driver details.
Meet your driver. Your driver arrives on time, helps with your bags and takes you to the door.
For a quote by phone, have your terminal, flight number, landing or take-off time, address, and the number of passengers and check-in bags ready. Call 020 3925 0757 or message +44 7757 175663 on WhatsApp. Pickups within 30 minutes of booking need confirmation from our team, so call us for anything urgent. Cancellation and payment terms are on our terms page.

About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Heathrow is the UK's busiest airport and handled a record 84.5 million passengers in 2025. It sits about 15 miles west of central London, between the M4 and the M25, with the A4 Bath Road running along its northern edge. Night flights are restricted, and road traffic peaks in the morning and late-afternoon rush hours, so we allow extra time then.
If you have an early departure, staying at one of the hotels around the airport and taking a short transfer to the terminal removes the morning rush. Every terminal has restaurants and cafés on both sides of security.

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How much does a Heathrow airport taxi cost?

The fare depends on your route, vehicle and time of travel. Get an instant quote for your exact trip. The price is fixed when you book and includes the £7 drop-off charge and the ULEZ.

What is included in my fare?

The vehicle, driver and fuel, the Heathrow drop-off charge, the ULEZ, flight tracking, meet and greet, and 60 minutes of free waiting on airport pickups.

How long will my driver wait if immigration is slow?

Airport pickups include 60 minutes of free waiting after landing. If you expect to be longer, message us on WhatsApp so we can keep your driver informed.

What happens if my flight is delayed or changes terminal?

We track your flight, so your pickup moves to the new landing time at no extra charge. We also check your terminal before your driver sets off.

Should I book my Heathrow transfer in advance?

Yes. Booking ahead locks in your fare and vehicle, and your driver is assigned before you land. We can take short-notice bookings, but pickups within 30 minutes need confirmation from our team.

Can you take me straight from Heathrow to a cruise port or another airport?

Yes. We run direct transfers to Southampton, Portsmouth and Dover, and to Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City airports.

Do I need a UK ETA to land at Heathrow?

If you are visiting without a visa and are not a British or Irish citizen, you almost certainly need an approved ETA before you fly. Check the current rules on GOV.UK.

Is a taxi cheaper than the train from Heathrow?

For one person with light luggage, the train usually costs less. For two or more people sharing a fixed fare, a pre-booked transfer is often close in price and takes you to the door.

Need help or have questions?

The Royal Britain Airport Transfer team is available 24/7 — we’re always just a call away.

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