London, the capital of England, is a city of immense diversity, eclectic charm, and rich cultural and historical significance. It stands out as an economic juggernaut not just in Britain, but also in Europe, and as a global leader.

The city is very popular and draws in many tourists each year for fun and work, it is always recommended to plan a city visit with a schedule, and book a cab for a smooth arrival at the hotel or accommodation. You can book a London airport taxi transfer service by using the following options:

• City Airport Taxi
• Gatwick Airport Taxi
• Heathrow Airport Taxi
• Luton Airport Taxi
• Southend Airport Taxi
• Stansted Airport Taxi

As in other large cities, London has all types of public transport such as trains, normal buses, articulated buses, the typical double-decker buses, trams, the underground (the tube) and thousands of black cabs as well as chauffeur-driven rental services.

The city is always busy with people coming and going from different places. If you visit the UK's capital for a few days, you'll notice the hustle and bustle.

Things to see in London

Out of the many attractions in the capital, these are the ones that we would point out as a must-see:

London Airports

There are 6 airports in London, all perfectly connected to the city centre and highly efficient:

• Heathrow: This is the city's main aerodrome, with over 70 million passengers passing through each year. It's about 30 km west of the city centre and, thanks to its proximity, is one of the busiest in the city. It has 5 terminals and connects to the city centre via three underground stations.
• Gatwick: This is the city's second-largest and is about 45 km from the city centre. The airport has two passenger terminals. EasyJet and British Airlines mainly fly from there. There is no underground station at the airport, but buses and trains go to the city centre.
• Stansted: This is mainly served by low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, about 50 km from the city centre in the county of Essex. It was built as a military base in World War II. It has one terminal and is connected to the capital by trains and buses.
• Luton: This is in the town of Luton, some 55 km from London. It is primarily served by companies such as EasyJet and Wizz Air, with over 10 million passengers a year. Buses and trains run to the city centre from this airport.
• London City Airport: This is within the London metropolitan area, in the borough of Newham. It was built primarily to serve the financial centre and for this reason is used mainly by a business clientele. It is well-connected to the London city center by the Docklands Light Railway.
• Southend: It is a regional one, located in Rochford, on the British east coast, in the county of Essex. Both the town of Southend on Sea and Southend Airport are not large, but there are plans to expand both. From central London it takes about an hour and a half by train, while by car it takes just 70 minutes.

London Airport Taxi Prices

Distance to some points of interest

As mentioned above, based on where you land, the distance between the airport and the city centre or main attractions can change a lot.

In reality, a significant number of these facilities are situated within the bustling metropolitan area of the city, providing convenient access to urban amenities and services for both residents and visitors alike. However, it is worth noting that there are also a number of these attractions that are just beyond the city limits, in various neighbouring counties too.

Therefore, when planning your trip, it is necessary to think carefully about the choice of arrival airport and consequently about the traffic conditions, season, time of day and day of the week. Here are some examples of distances and travel times:

• From Heathrow to Big Ben: 30 km distance, 50 minutes journey;
• From Gatwick to Big Ben: 65 km distance, 1 hour and 20 minutes journey;
• From Stansted to Big Ben: 65 km distance, 1 hour journey;
• From Luton to Big Ben: distance 57 km, 1 hour and 10 minutes journey;
• From London City to Big Ben: 15 km distance, 30 minutes journey;
• From Southend to Big Ben: 68 km, 1 hour and 15 minutes journey;

Transport in London

The following options are available to reach the U.K.'s capital:

Travel options from Heathrow: Underground ticket costing £8 (around €10) and a journey time of 1 hour to Piccadilly station; train ticket costing £25 during off-peak hours and £30 at other times (peak time 6:30am to 9:30am and 4:00pm to 7:00pm). The train costs much less: starting from around £8 (costs may vary) and £15 one way on public holidays. Travel time for those wishing to use the train is 40 minutes to Paddington Station; bus with ticket for £14 (around €17) and travel time of about 1 hour to Victoria Station. Read our blog article on how to get from Heathrow to London.

Travel options from Gatwick: train ticket from around £17 and journey time of around 30 minutes to Victoria Station; buses cost from £8 and journey time is between 90 and 120 minutes to Victoria Station. Read the in-depth article on how to get from Gatwick to London.

Travel options from Stansted: train ticket from around £9 and journey time of 50 minutes to Liverpool Street; £5 one way by bus and journey time of approximately 90 minutes to Victoria Station. Read the in-depth article on how to get from Stansted to London.

Travel options from Luton: train ticket from around £20 with a journey time of 40 minutes to Blackfriars Station; bus ticket for £12 and journey time of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to Victoria Station. Read the in-depth article on how to get from Luton to London.

Travel options from London City Airport: underground ticket for £5 with a journey time of 45 minutes to Victoria Station; City buses 473 and 474 with tickets for £5 with a journey time of approximately 1 hour to Victoria Station. Read the in-depth article on how to get from the City Airport to London.

Travel options from Southend: train ticket for £16 with a journey time of approximately 1 hour to Liverpool Street. Buses with 38 stops of which 15 are in central London for £5 each way. Read the in-depth article on how to get from Southend to London.

Please note that all costs shown may vary depending on a large number of options.

TFL is the responsible government body for transports in London.

Public Taxi: Unlike many other cities around the world, there is no a limited number of taxis in London. You can find minicabs, which are hired in advance (because they can't pick up people without a reservation) and the famous black cabs. Fares vary according to traffic conditions and time of day.

Private Taxi: this type of transport is available at all London's airports only by pre-booking the service. Fares may vary but just to have a rough idea they start from 70 pounds (more or less €84 or $91). By booking a private taxi service in advance, you won't have to wait at the airport, you won't have to look for a taxi outside the terminal and, most importantly, you know the correct fare in advance and it is fixed.

Once you've arrived in the city, you can also comfortably get around by public transport. The metro is the oldest and largest in Europe, with 11 lines and 272 stations, while the bus network, the famous red double-decker buses, includes more than 700 lines, allowing you to reach any point in the city.

Journeys start from 5 am until around midnight, with times varying according to lines and days of the week. Ticket prices also vary according to the area you are travelling to. A bus ticket starts from £1.50. Please note that all costs shown may vary.

How the taxi service works

Upon departing from any airport in London, you will observe hundreds of individuals, taxis, personal vehicles, public transport heading in numerous directions, and so forth.

Depending on your origin country, driving on the left may feel a bit disorienting; this is another reason why reserving your London taxi ahead of time can help mitigate the initial shock of the city, particularly if it's your debut visit.

The Airport Taxi service is reasonably priced, and guarantees the fastest travel to any destination of your choice.

With the pre-booked private Airport Transfer in London you won't have to queue to get on a taxi; your driver picks you up inside the airport, he knows your flight details and will be waiting for you directly at the terminal where you arrive, holding a sign with your name on it.

If your English proficiency isn't strong, you need not fret over language-related miscommunications. This is because, by the time you make a booking, your destination address would have been already given, eliminating any potential confusion regarding your end location.

Also, you won't face any issues with currency exchange. As soon as you finalise your booking, you can directly pay the total service cost, thereby eliminating the need to convert your money into pounds at currency exchange outlets.

If your flight is delayed, you will need to call the number we will send you in the email and SMS confirmation: this way you will not be charged any extra fees (terms and conditions apply).

How to book

To book a London Airport Transfer, you can also fill in the online form on this page, the booking service is available 24/7. In the booking form, please input the airport of departure or arrival, the date, and a few other necessary details. After entering these details, the system will promptly compute the fare for the service. The fare gets fixed as soon as you confirm the booking with a payment.

The originally negotiated price in this phase will not be subjected to any extra charges or fees due to flight delays (terms and conditions apply). When booking a London airport taxi, you are not obliged to pay in advance the full cost of the service, you can simply pay a deposit by bank transfer, credit card, debit card or PayPal (when this option is available on the payment page).

If you opt to make an advance payment of just the deposit, you can settle the remaining balance in cash to the driver when you arrive. Please also note that depending on the total cost of the transport and/or the company providing the service, the deposit payment option may not be available.

You can also contact our customer service (available from Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm GMT) by calling one of the following numbers:

• English: +44 (0) 20 3239 1595
• Italian: +39 349 19 95 246
• Spanish: +34 664 341 679
• French: +33 (0) 970 44 83 33
• Russian: +7 499 609 1550

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