Transfers to Central London — Private Airport Taxi
Central London is about 30 km from Heathrow (roughly an hour) and around 45 km from Gatwick (about 75 minutes), depending on traffic and the exact address.
How much is a transfer to Central London?
A private transfer to Central London costs £60 per vehicle (not per person) from the nearest airport, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) — about 27 km and roughly 45 minutes by road. The price is confirmed at booking and includes tolls, parking, taxes, meet & greet in arrivals and 60 minutes of free waiting. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
- From price
- £60 / vehicle
- Nearest airport
- LHR · 27 km
- Drive time
- ~45 min
- Free waiting
- 60 min at the airport
- Cancellation
- Free until 24 h before
- Payment
- Card online or cash
Book your transfer to Central London
Fixed price per vehicle — confirmed instantly, pay by card.
Getting to Central London
Every airport in our United Kingdom network that serves Central London, with the road distance, typical drive time and the starting price per vehicle.
| Airport | Distance | Drive time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Airport (LHR) | 27 km | ~45 min | £60 |
| London Gatwick Airport (LGW) | 45 km | ~60 min | £65 |
Central London transfer prices by vehicle
Prices are per vehicle in GBP and include tolls, parking, taxes and waiting time. Nothing is added on arrival.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | from LHR | from LGW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan | 3 | 2 | £60 | £65 |
| Business Sedan | 3 | 3 | £90 | £95 |
| Business Van | 6 | 6 | £115 | £120 |
| Executive Van | 6 | 6 | £145 | £150 |
| Minibus 8 | 8 | 8 | £170 | £175 |
| Minibus 16 | 16 | 16 | £240 | £250 |
Arriving in Central London
Central London covers the West End, the City, Westminster, South Bank and Kensington — a large area with very different journey times depending on which airport you land at and when.
The Congestion Charge and ULEZ apply inside the zone; both are included in the fare so nothing is collected in the car.
Heathrow and Gatwick both have multiple terminals; the driver waits in the arrivals hall of the one your flight lands at, with your name on a board.
Good to know
- Heathrow: 30 km, about 60 minutes to Zone 1
- Gatwick: 45 km, about 75 minutes to Zone 1
- Congestion Charge and ULEZ included in the fare
- 60 minutes free waiting after landing
All United Kingdom transfers are operated by licensed, insured local partners under Bacharide's service standards.
Central London transfers — FAQs
- How much is a transfer to Central London?
- Private transfers to Central London start at £60 for the whole vehicle, not per person. The price is fixed when you book and includes tolls, parking, taxes and waiting time.
- Which airport is closest to Central London?
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the nearest airport we serve — about 27 km and roughly 45 minutes by road.
- Where does the driver meet me?
- Inside the arrivals hall, holding a board with your name. We track your flight, so a delay simply moves the pickup — you also get 60 minutes of free waiting time.
- Are the Congestion Charge and ULEZ included?
- Yes, both are inside the fixed fare — the driver does not collect anything extra.
- How long is Heathrow to central London?
- About an hour for 30 km, though rush hour into the City or the West End can add considerably. The price does not change.
- Is the price fixed before I travel?
- Yes. You see the full per-vehicle fare when you book and it does not change for traffic, waiting time or a late flight.
