London Minicab Fare – Fixed-Price Private Hire & Airport Transfers

Looking for a London minicab fare before you travel? Heathrow Gatwick Cars provides pre-booked private hire and airport transfer services across London, with journey quotations confirmed in advance according to your pickup location, destination, passengers, luggage and vehicle requirements.

Our London minicab service covers journeys to and from London addresses, Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport, Luton Airport and London City Airport, as well as hotels, railway stations, business addresses, cruise ports and destinations throughout the UK.

Whether you need a standard private hire car for a small group, an executive Mercedes E-Class for business travel, a larger Mercedes V-Class for a family or group, or an 8-seater vehicle for passengers travelling with additional luggage, we can help identify the appropriate vehicle for your journey.

A minicab fare can vary considerably depending on the journey and vehicle required. For that reason, we recommend requesting a quotation for your specific journey rather than relying on a generic London minicab price. Once we have your journey details, we can provide the applicable fare and explain any additional services or airport charges that may apply.

Need a London minicab quotation? Provide your pickup address, destination, travel date, pickup time, number of passengers and luggage requirements through our online booking and enquiry service.

London Minicab Fares – What Determines the Price?

There is no single London minicab fare that applies to every journey. The cost of a pre-booked private hire journey depends on several practical factors. When preparing a quotation, we consider the journey requirements so that the vehicle and service are suitable for the passenger rather than simply calculating a price from distance alone.

The main factors can include:

Pickup location – the London postcode, airport, hotel, station or other collection point.
Destination – the address, postcode, airport terminal, cruise port or other destination.
Travel date and time – particularly where airport, event, overnight or special-date arrangements are involved.
Number of passengers – passenger numbers determine which vehicle category is appropriate.
Luggage – large suitcases, hand luggage, pushchairs and other bulky items need to be considered when selecting the vehicle.
Vehicle category – a standard saloon, estate, executive car, Mercedes E-Class, Mercedes V-Class, 8-seater or larger vehicle will have different pricing.
Airport requirements – airport parking, terminal access, drop-off charges and Meet & Greet services can affect the overall cost.
Special requirements – child seats, accessibility requirements, corporate arrangements, additional stops or unusual luggage may require additional planning.

For long-distance journeys, airport-to-airport transfers and larger group bookings, we can assess the complete journey before confirming the appropriate vehicle and fare.

Fixed-Price London Minicab Service

One of the advantages of pre-booking a private hire vehicle is that the journey can be arranged in advance rather than leaving the passenger to find transport after arriving at an airport or station.

When you contact Heathrow Gatwick Cars, we can assess the details of your journey and provide a quotation based on the service requested. This gives you an opportunity to understand the agreed transportation cost before travelling.

A fixed quotation is particularly useful for:

Airport transfers
Early-morning airport journeys
Late-night arrivals
Business travel
Family airport transfers
Long-distance journeys
Airport-to-airport transfers
Cruise-port transfers
Group transportation
Executive and chauffeur services

The final quotation should always be considered alongside the services included in the booking. Airport parking, Meet & Greet, terminal drop-off charges, child seats or other additional requirements may be quoted separately depending on the journey.

London Airport Minicab Transfers

Airport transportation is one of our main private hire services. We provide pre-booked transfers between London addresses and the major airports serving the capital.

Our airport transfer service covers:

We also provide transfers between London airports, including popular routes such as Heathrow to Gatwick and Gatwick to Heathrow. These journeys can be particularly useful for passengers connecting between flights at different airports.

Airport transfers should be booked with sufficient information about the flight whenever possible. Providing the flight number allows the booking team and driver to understand the scheduled arrival and monitor the journey where flight monitoring is available.

How Much Is a London Minicab from Heathrow Airport?

The fare for a Heathrow Airport to London minicab depends on the destination postcode, vehicle, passengers, luggage and any additional airport services requested.

For example, a journey to Central London for one or two passengers with normal luggage may require a different vehicle and quotation from a family travelling with several large suitcases or a group requiring an 8-seater.

For that reason, we do not recommend assuming that every Heathrow-to-London journey has the same minicab fare. The most accurate way to obtain a price is to provide the exact destination and journey requirements.

For more information about Heathrow journeys, visit our Heathrow Airport private hire transfer information.

How Much Is a London Minicab from Gatwick Airport?

Gatwick Airport is outside Central London, and the distance to the final destination can vary substantially depending on the London postcode or UK destination. Consequently, a Gatwick minicab fare should be quoted according to the actual pickup terminal, destination and vehicle requirements.

Gatwick Airport transfers can be arranged from the North Terminal or South Terminal. When booking an airport collection, passengers should provide their flight details so that the driver and booking team have the correct arrival information.

We also provide airport-to-airport transfers between Gatwick and Heathrow. These journeys can be arranged for passengers making an onward flight connection or travelling between the two airports for another reason.

See our dedicated Gatwick to Heathrow transfer service for further information.

Minicab Transfers to Stansted, Luton and London City Airport

Our private hire service also provides transfers to and from Stansted Airport, Luton Airport and London City Airport.

These transfers can be booked from London residential addresses, hotels, offices, railway stations and other pickup points. We also provide journeys from the airports to destinations outside Central London where required.

Because each airport has different access arrangements, passengers should provide the terminal and flight information where applicable. This enables the booking team to establish the appropriate collection arrangements and advise on any relevant airport requirements.

What Is Included in a London Minicab Fare?

The exact inclusions depend on the quotation and the service selected. A standard pre-booked private hire quotation generally relates to the agreed vehicle and transportation between the specified pickup and destination.

Depending on the booking, the service can include:

A professionally operated private hire vehicle
A TfL private hire licensed driver for journeys operated under the London private hire framework
Pre-arranged pickup and destination details
Door-to-door transportation
Luggage assistance where appropriate
Flight monitoring for airport bookings where flight details have been supplied
Airport Meet & Greet when this service has been requested and included in the quotation

It is important to distinguish between the transport fare and optional services or charges associated with the journey. For example, airport terminal drop-off charges, parking, Meet & Greet, child seats or additional waiting may be charged separately depending on the booking.

Our booking team can explain the quotation before the booking is finalised so that you can understand the transportation service you are purchasing.

Meet & Greet Airport Minicab Service

Heathrow Gatwick cars - Meet & Greet Airport Transfers

Passengers arriving at Heathrow, Gatwick or another airport may prefer a Meet & Greet minicab service rather than simply being given instructions to find a vehicle outside the terminal.

With our Meet & Greet service, the driver is arranged to meet the passenger in the appropriate arrivals area, subject to the airport’s access arrangements. The driver can hold a nameboard and assist with luggage before escorting the passenger towards the vehicle.

For airport arrivals, we use the flight information supplied during booking to help monitor the scheduled arrival. If the flight is delayed, the monitored arrival information can assist with coordinating the pickup.

Meet & Greet is an additional service and should be included in the quotation when requested. Airport parking and access charges can also apply depending on the airport and collection arrangement.

Read more about our Meet & Greet airport service.

Airport Terminal Drop-Off Charges

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Airport terminal drop-off charges are separate from the private hire transportation fare where the airport applies a charge for vehicles entering a terminal drop-off area.

These charges can change over time and differ between airports. Where a terminal drop-off charge applies to your journey, it should be identified as part of the booking quotation or journey arrangements.

Passengers should not assume that an advertised minicab fare automatically includes every airport access or parking charge. If you are travelling to an airport terminal, ask the booking team whether any applicable airport charges are included in the quotation.

This approach provides greater transparency and helps avoid unexpected costs at the end of the journey.

London Minicab Vehicle Options

The right vehicle is an important part of calculating a minicab fare. Choosing a vehicle based only on the number of passengers can be a mistake if the group has substantial luggage.

Heathrow Gatwick Cars operates a range of vehicles suitable for different passenger and luggage requirements.

Vehicle type	Suitable for
Saloon car	Individuals, couples and smaller groups travelling with a normal amount of luggage.
Estate car	Passengers who need additional luggage capacity compared with a standard saloon.
Mercedes E-Class	Executive travel, business journeys and passengers looking for additional comfort.
Mercedes V-Class	Families, groups and passengers requiring additional passenger and luggage capacity.
6-, 7- or 8-seater	Larger families, groups and airport transfers where several passengers need to travel together.
Minibus	Large groups, corporate transportation, events and journeys requiring greater passenger capacity.

For more information, see our vehicle fleet.

London Minicab for Families with Children

Families travelling with infants and young children may require a suitable child seat or booster seat. Child-seat requirements should always be provided when requesting a quotation so that the booking can be planned correctly.

When requesting a family minicab, tell us:

The number of adults
The number and ages of children
Whether a rear-facing or forward-facing child seat is required
Whether a booster seat is required
The number of suitcases and other luggage
Whether a pushchair or other bulky equipment will be travelling

Child seats are available by arrangement and may carry an additional charge depending on the booking. Please request them when making your enquiry rather than assuming that a suitable seat will automatically be available.

London Minicab for Groups and Larger Parties

London Minicab Fare – Fixed-Price - Meet & Greet Airport Transfers

Travelling as a group can be more convenient when everyone is transported together rather than arranging several separate cars.

We provide larger vehicles for groups, including 6-, 7- and 8-seater vehicles and larger minibuses where appropriate.

For a group quotation, we recommend providing complete luggage information. For example, eight passengers with eight large suitcases require substantially more luggage capacity than eight passengers travelling with hand luggage only.

When requesting a quotation, provide:

Total number of passengers
Number of large suitcases
Number of cabin bags
Pushchairs or other bulky items
Child seats required
Pickup and destination
Travel date and time

This allows us to recommend a suitable vehicle rather than simply allocating a vehicle according to passenger numbers.

London Airport Minicab for Business Travellers

S Class Mercedes car and private chauffeur

Business travellers often need a reliable and professionally organised transfer between airports, hotels, offices and meeting locations.

Our private hire service can be used for airport collections, hotel transfers, business meetings, corporate events and executive journeys within London and beyond.

For passengers requiring a more executive vehicle, our fleet includes Mercedes E-Class and other executive options. For larger corporate groups, V-Class vehicles and minibuses can be arranged subject to availability.

Corporate clients can also discuss multiple journeys, scheduled movements and event transportation with our booking team.

For executive vehicle information, visit our Mercedes E-Class chauffeur service page.

London Minicab Transfers to Hotels

We provide private hire transportation to and from hotels throughout London. This can be particularly useful for international visitors arriving at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City Airport.

Instead of arranging separate transportation after landing, passengers can pre-book their journey from the airport directly to their hotel.

Hotel transfers can also be arranged from railway stations, residential addresses and other London locations.

When requesting a hotel transfer quotation, provide the complete hotel name and address where possible. Large hotels can have several entrances or access arrangements, so accurate information helps the driver identify the appropriate pickup or drop-off point.

London Minicab Transfers to Railway Stations

Private hire transfers can also connect London airports, hotels and addresses with major railway stations.

Common station destinations include:

London Paddington
London Victoria
London Waterloo
London Euston
London King’s Cross
London St Pancras International
London Liverpool Street

These services can be useful for passengers arriving by air and continuing their journey by train, or for passengers travelling from London to an airport after arriving at a railway station.

For international rail passengers, St Pancras International is particularly important because of its Eurostar services. Allow sufficient time for your journey and any required check-in or security procedures when arranging the pickup.

London Minicab Transfers to UK Cruise Ports

Heathrow Gatwick Cars also provides pre-booked transfers between London airports, hotels and UK cruise ports.

Popular cruise-port destinations can include:

Port of Southampton
Port of Dover
Harwich International Port
Port of Portsmouth
Port of Felixstowe

Cruise transfers are often longer journeys, so the quotation should take into account the pickup location, destination terminal, passenger numbers, luggage and vehicle requirements.

If you are travelling on a cruise, provide the cruise line and ship name where possible, together with the terminal information supplied by the cruise operator. This helps reduce confusion when several terminals or ships are operating at the same port.

Popular London Minicab Journeys

Customers use our private hire service for a wide variety of London journeys. Some of the most common journey types include:

London to Heathrow Airport
Heathrow Airport to London hotels
London to Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport to Central London
Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport to Heathrow Airport
London to Stansted Airport
Stansted Airport to London
London to Luton Airport
Luton Airport to London
London City Airport to Central London
London hotels to Heathrow Airport
London hotels to Gatwick Airport
London airports to Southampton cruise terminals
London airports to Dover cruise terminals

For an airport-to-airport transfer, provide both flight details where possible. This enables the booking team to understand the timing requirements of the journey and identify the appropriate pickup arrangements.

Heathrow to Gatwick Minicab Transfers

Heathrow to Gatwick is one of the most important airport-to-airport private hire routes we operate.

Passengers may require this service when connecting between flights, changing airports or travelling between London-area airports for business or leisure.

The journey can require additional planning because the passenger may have a connecting flight at the second airport. We therefore recommend allowing adequate time for immigration, baggage collection, traffic and airport check-in requirements.

We provide a range of vehicle options for Heathrow–Gatwick transfers depending on the number of passengers and luggage.

See our dedicated Gatwick to Heathrow transfer page for more information.

London Minicab vs Public Transport

London has an extensive public transport network, but a private hire vehicle can offer advantages when passengers have substantial luggage, travel with children, arrive late at night or need to travel directly between locations that are not conveniently connected by public transport.

A private minicab provides door-to-door transportation between the booked pickup and destination. This can eliminate the need to change trains or buses while carrying luggage.

Private hire can also be useful for passengers who need to coordinate several people travelling together. A pre-booked larger vehicle can keep the group together and reduce the complexity of arranging separate journeys.

The most appropriate transportation option depends on your circumstances, budget, luggage, timetable and destination.

London Minicab vs Black Cab

London minicabs and London’s famous black cabs are different forms of licensed taxi and private hire transportation.

A private hire vehicle must generally be pre-booked through a licensed operator. This makes pre-booking particularly useful when you need transportation from an airport, hotel, home address or business location at a specified time.

One of the key benefits of pre-booking is that the passenger can provide the journey requirements in advance, including destination, passenger numbers and luggage. The operator can then arrange an appropriate vehicle.

Passengers should always use a properly licensed private hire operator and a licensed private hire driver when booking a minicab.

TfL Licensed Private Hire Service

Heathrow Gatwick Cars operates as a TfL licensed private hire operator, with private hire journeys carried out under the applicable regulatory framework.

Private hire drivers operating our London services are required to hold the appropriate private hire licensing. Driver and vehicle requirements are governed by the applicable regulatory framework, helping provide passengers with an established and regulated method of pre-booked transportation.

Passengers can find information about London’s taxi and private hire regulations directly through Transport for London.

24-Hour London Minicab Booking

Our private hire service is available for journeys throughout the day and night, subject to vehicle and driver availability.

Early-morning airport departures are one of the reasons passengers choose to pre-book. A booking made in advance allows the pickup requirements to be arranged before the day of travel.

Late-night airport arrivals can also benefit from advance booking, particularly where passengers are unfamiliar with London or have children and luggage.

We recommend booking airport transfers as early as practical, particularly for busy travel periods, weekends, Christmas, bank holidays and large group movements.

How to Request a London Minicab Fare

Requesting a quotation is straightforward. To provide an accurate fare, send us the essential journey details.

Pickup location: provide the full address, airport and terminal, hotel or station.
Destination: provide the full destination address or postcode.
Date: tell us the date of travel.
Pickup time: provide the required collection time.
Passengers: tell us how many adults and children are travelling.
Luggage: provide the number of large suitcases and hand luggage.
Flight details: for airport journeys, provide the airline and flight number where available.
Vehicle requirements: tell us if you require an executive vehicle, larger vehicle, child seats or another specific arrangement.

Once we have these details, we can assess the journey and provide the applicable quotation.

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What Information Should I Give When Booking an Airport Minicab?

For airport collections, accurate flight information is particularly important.

Where possible, provide:

Airline name
Flight number
Arrival airport
Arrival terminal
Scheduled arrival time
Number of passengers
Number of suitcases and hand luggage
Destination address
Child-seat requirements

Providing a flight number allows the journey to be associated with the correct flight and assists with flight monitoring arrangements where available.

Additional Waiting Time and Passenger Readiness

Passengers should be ready to depart at the agreed pickup time. This is particularly important for airport transfers and journeys where the driver has another scheduled booking afterwards.

If a passenger is not ready to depart at the agreed pickup time, additional waiting charges may apply according to the booking terms and the circumstances of the delay.

When making a booking, please provide accurate pickup information and allow sufficient time for luggage collection, hotel checkout and other preparations.

London Minicab for Events and Corporate Groups

We can arrange transportation for conferences, business meetings, corporate events, exhibitions and other organised movements.

For group events, we can help coordinate multiple vehicles where one vehicle is not sufficient for the entire party.

Event organisers should provide a schedule showing:

Passenger numbers
Pickup locations
Destination locations
Pickup times
Return times where applicable
Luggage requirements
Vehicle preferences

Providing the complete schedule allows the transportation requirements to be assessed in advance.

Executive and Chauffeur-Driven London Transfers

Not every journey requires a standard minicab. Business travellers, VIP passengers and customers looking for an enhanced level of comfort may prefer an executive or chauffeur-driven vehicle.

Our fleet includes executive vehicles such as the Mercedes E-Class and Mercedes S-Class, subject to availability.

Executive transfers can be arranged for airport collections, corporate meetings, business travel, special occasions and longer journeys.

The vehicle category and service level are reflected in the quotation, so passengers can choose the option that best matches their requirements.

Private Driver and Chauffeur Hire by the Hour

Passengers who need transportation between several locations may find an hourly chauffeur service more suitable than booking individual minicab journeys.

This can be useful for:

Business meetings
Corporate events
Shopping trips
London sightseeing
Special occasions
Multiple appointments

Availability, minimum hire periods, vehicle type and hourly rates depend on the requested service and date. Please contact our booking team with your itinerary so that the appropriate service can be quoted.

London Sightseeing and Private Tours

Visitors who want to explore London without relying on public transport can arrange a private vehicle for sightseeing and organised tours.

A private vehicle allows an itinerary to be planned around the attractions and locations that you want to visit. Depending on the booking, journeys can include central London attractions and destinations outside the capital.

For organised tours and sightseeing services, see our UK Tours service.

London to Paris Private Car Service

For passengers travelling between the United Kingdom and France, we also provide private vehicle journeys between London and Paris subject to the applicable travel arrangements.

International journeys require additional planning because they involve the Channel crossing, passenger documentation and border procedures. The journey should therefore be quoted specifically rather than treated as an ordinary London minicab transfer.

For details, visit our London to Paris private transfer page.

Why Pre-Book a London Minicab?

Pre-booking provides several practical advantages, particularly when travelling to or from an airport.

Plan ahead: your journey details are provided before the travel date.
Know the quoted fare: you can request the applicable private hire quotation in advance.
Select the right vehicle: passenger and luggage requirements can be considered before the journey.
Airport flight information: flight numbers can be supplied for airport journeys.
Door-to-door travel: the journey can be arranged between your specified locations.
Group coordination: larger vehicles or multiple vehicles can be considered for group travel.
Family requirements: child seats and luggage requirements can be discussed before travel.

London Minicab Fare FAQs

How much does a London minicab cost?

There is no single price for every London minicab journey. The fare depends on the pickup location, destination, vehicle type, passenger numbers, luggage and any additional services required. The best way to obtain an accurate price is to request a quotation for your specific journey.

Are London minicab fares fixed?

A pre-booked private hire journey can be quoted in advance according to the journey requirements. The quotation should clearly identify the transportation service and any additional charges or services that apply to the booking.

Can I book a minicab from Heathrow Airport?

Yes. Heathrow Gatwick Cars provides pre-booked private hire transfers to and from Heathrow Airport, including journeys to London addresses, hotels, railway stations and other UK destinations.

Can you collect me from Gatwick Airport?

Yes. We provide private hire transfers from Gatwick North and South Terminals, subject to the applicable airport collection arrangements. Provide your flight number when booking so that the arrival can be monitored where available.

Do you provide Heathrow to Gatwick transfers?

Yes. Heathrow to Gatwick and Gatwick to Heathrow are important airport-to-airport transfer routes. The appropriate vehicle is selected according to passenger numbers and luggage requirements.

Does the minicab fare include Meet & Greet?

Meet & Greet is an additional airport service and should be requested when booking. If included in the quotation, the applicable Meet & Greet charge will be identified as part of the booking arrangements.

Does the minicab fare include airport drop-off charges?

Airport terminal drop-off charges may be separate from the private hire fare. Airport charges can change, so passengers should check what is included in their quotation when booking an airport transfer.

Can I book a minicab with a child seat?

Yes. Child seats and booster seats can be requested when booking. Please provide the children’s ages and the type or number of seats required so that the booking can be planned correctly. Additional charges may apply.

Can I book an 8-seater minicab?

Yes, subject to availability. We provide larger vehicles for groups, including 8-seater vehicles. Tell us the number of passengers and luggage items when requesting the quotation so that the appropriate vehicle can be selected.

Do you provide London hotel transfers?

Yes. We provide private hire transfers between London hotels, airports, railway stations, residential addresses and other destinations.

Can you take passengers to Southampton cruise port?

Yes. We provide pre-booked private transfers between London, London airports and UK cruise ports including Southampton, subject to availability and the requirements of the journey.

Can I book a minicab for an early-morning flight?

Yes. Advance booking is recommended for early-morning airport departures. Provide the pickup address, airport, terminal, flight information and required pickup time when requesting the quotation.

Do you operate London minicab services 24 hours a day?

We provide private hire and airport transfer services throughout the day and night, subject to driver and vehicle availability. Advance booking is recommended for overnight, early-morning and busy-period journeys.

Do you monitor delayed flights?

For airport bookings where the flight number has been provided, we can use flight arrival information to help coordinate the pickup. Passengers should still ensure that the correct flight number is supplied when booking.

How do I get an exact London minicab fare?

Send us your pickup address, destination, date, time, number of passengers, luggage requirements and any special requirements. For airport transfers, include the flight number. Our booking team can then assess the journey and provide the applicable quotation.

Book Your London Minicab

Whether you are travelling to Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton or London City Airport, heading to a London hotel, catching a train, travelling to a cruise port or arranging transportation for business, Heathrow Gatwick Cars can provide a pre-booked private hire solution.

Tell us where you are travelling from, where you are going, when you need to travel, how many passengers are travelling and how much luggage you have. We will use this information to determine the appropriate vehicle and prepare the quotation.

For airport transfers, include your flight number wherever possible so that the arrival information can be used for the booking.

Request your London minicab fare today.

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You can also contact Heathrow Gatwick Cars if you have a more complicated itinerary, group journey, corporate requirement or long-distance transfer.

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Heathrow Gatwick Cars provides pre-booked private hire, airport transfer, executive and chauffeur-driven transportation services from London to airports, hotels, railway stations, cruise ports and destinations across the United Kingdom.

Our aim is to make pre-booked transportation straightforward by matching the journey requirements with an appropriate vehicle and providing clear booking information before travel.

For airport journeys, passengers can provide flight details so that the booking can be coordinated around the scheduled arrival. For families, groups and corporate passengers, vehicle and luggage requirements can be discussed in advance.

If you know your journey details, request your London minicab quotation online today.

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