If you've just landed at Gatwick and your next flight leaves from Heathrow, the fastest and least stressful way across London is a direct Gatwick to Heathrow airport Cabs. No dragging cases onto a train, no changing lines, no standing at a coach stop wondering if it's running late. A Gatwick to Heathrow taxi from Heathrow Cabs gets you to the terminal in one ride, with a fixed price agreed before you set off, so there's no meter clock ticking while you sit in M25 traffic. Journey time usually runs between 50 and 75 minutes depending on the terminal and time of day, and every driver tracks your flight so a delayed landing doesn't ruin your booking. Below, we've laid out exact fares, terminal-by-terminal drop-off details, and honest advice on when a taxi actually beats the train or coach.
Booking Gatwick Airport cabs to Heathrow Airport should be simple, and we've built our service around that idea. Here's what you actually get when you book with Heathrow Cabs.
Every fare is agreed before the driver leaves, so what you're quoted online is what you pay at the end of the trip. There's no meter running up extra charges if the M23 is slow, and no last-minute add-ons for luggage or a second stop you mentioned in advance. If you're comparing Gatwick to Heathrow taxi cost against other local firms, ask them straight out whether their price is fixed or metered, because that one question tells you a lot.
Our online taxi quote tool takes your pickup point, drop-off terminal, and travel time, and gives you a price in a couple of minutes. Compare it, book it, and get a confirmation with your driver's details, all without picking up the phone. If you'd rather talk it through, our phone number is answered day and night by a real local operator, not a call centre script.
Flights land at all hours, so our 24/7 minicab service runs around the clock, every day of the year. If you know your travel dates already, our prebook minicab service lets you lock in your fare, your pickup slot, and often the same driver for a return trip, so there's nothing to sort on the day itself.
You don't need cash for a Gatwick to Heathrow cab booking. Pay by card, PayPal, or Apple Pay, whichever suits you on the day. It's the same for a quick local run as it is for a longer airport transfer.
Companies sending staff between Gatwick and Heathrow regularly can set up a business account for consolidated monthly billing, priority booking, and one point of contact instead of a stack of separate receipts. Travelling as a group, or need room for several suitcases and golf bags? Our minibus taxi hire covers groups and extra luggage at a single fixed price for the whole party, rather than splitting into two cars.
Not every trip between airports needs a premium car. Our budget cars give you a clean, reliable ride at the cheapest end of our pricing, a solid choice if you're travelling light and just want a straightforward transfer.
The honest answer on Gatwick to Heathrow taxi cost is that it depends on the car type, time of day, and how many passengers or bags you're carrying. As a guide, a standard saloon typically runs from around £75 to £95, an estate or larger car with extra boot space sits a little higher, and a minibus for group travel is priced per booking rather than per head. Always get your exact taxi quote online before you fly, since prices can shift slightly around bank holidays and late-night hours.
Journey time by road covers roughly 45 to 60 miles depending on your exact terminal, and normally takes 50 minutes to just over an hour in light traffic. During rush hour, or when there's an incident on the M25, allow closer to 90 minutes to be safe. Our drivers watch live traffic on the M23 and M25 throughout your journey and will reroute where needed, something a fixed train timetable simply can't do for you.
If you've landed at Gatwick North Terminal, your driver will be waiting in arrivals ready to head out via the M23 onto the M25, then join the M4 or A4 depending on your Heathrow terminal. This pickup point is well signed and easy to find, and the route to Heathrow usually takes 50 to 70 minutes outside peak hours.
Gatwick South Terminal is a short drive from North Terminal, so your pickup runs the same way, generally 55 to 75 minutes through to Heathrow. If you're arriving at South Terminal with a tight connection, let us know at booking and we'll build in an extra buffer for immigration and baggage before your driver collects you.
Heathrow's terminals aren't all in the same spot, so where your driver drops you off matters. Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 share a central drop-off zone. Terminal 4 has its own separate drop-off road on the southern side of the airport. Terminal 5 sits furthest west with its own dedicated drop-off approach. Give us your exact departure terminal and airline when you book, since guessing wrong on the drop-off point can cost you ten extra minutes you don't have.
Heathrow charges a small drop-off fee at the forecourt directly outside each terminal, generally around £5 for a short stop, and this is factored into your fixed fare so you won't be asked to pay it separately at the barrier. If you'd rather avoid the charge altogether, Heathrow also operates a free short-stay drop-off area a few minutes' walk from the terminals, where cars can wait at no cost, though this isn't practical if you're rushing for a flight with heavy luggage. Our drivers will always use the direct terminal forecourt unless you ask otherwise, since getting you to the door quickly matters more than saving a few pounds.
If you're flying into Gatwick before your taxi to Heathrow, allow time for collecting checked baggage and clearing immigration, which can take anywhere from 20 minutes to over an hour depending on how busy the terminal is. Our drivers track your flight's actual landing time, not the scheduled one, and adjust your pickup accordingly, so you won't find an empty space or a stressed message asking where you are. For meet and greet bookings, your driver will be waiting in arrivals with a name board, making finding your driver simple even if you've never used us before.
Connecting between Gatwick and Heathrow on separate tickets is one of the riskiest transfers in UK air travel, since the two airports aren't linked and any delay eats straight into your buffer. We'd recommend a minimum of three hours between your Gatwick landing time and your Heathrow departure, and four hours if you're travelling at peak times or during winter weather. If your Gatwick flight is delayed, message us as soon as you land, since our flight tracking already flags the delay on our end and we'll shift your pickup automatically rather than leaving you to chase us.
There's no single best answer here, only what fits your trip.
For anyone short on time, carrying bags, or travelling with family, a taxi remains the simplest choice.
Expect roughly £75 to £95 for a standard car, with the exact figure depending on car size, time of day, and passenger numbers. Get an online quote for the precise price on your travel date.
Generally 50 minutes to just over an hour outside of rush hour, and up to 90 minutes during busy periods or when there's disruption on the M25.
Fixed. Your fare is agreed before the driver leaves, and heavy traffic on the M23 or M25 won't change what you pay.
No. The terminal drop-off charge is included in your fixed fare, so there's nothing extra to pay at the barrier.
Yes. Tell us your return date and flight details when booking the outbound trip, and we'll arrange your Heathrow to Gatwick return with flight tracking included, so a delay on the way back is handled the same way.
Our drivers track your flight automatically. If it's delayed, your pickup time shifts to match your actual landing, at no extra charge.
Both work. Our 24/7 minicab service takes same-day bookings, but if you know your dates ahead of time, prebooking locks in your price and driver with no last-minute scramble.