✈️
Multi-Leg Trip Planning
Long-haul into LHR, short-haul European budget out of LGW. Common for travellers using the Heathrow long-haul network on the way in and Gatwick budget carriers on the way out.
Cross-Airport · LHR ↔ LGW · 45 mi
Heathrow to Gatwick
Airport. From .
Door-to-door Heathrow to Gatwick Airport cross-airport taxi with fixed-price quotes from saloon. Terminal-to-terminal — pickup from any of the four LHR terminals (T2, T3, T4, T5), drop at Gatwick North or South. ~45 miles via M25 anti-clockwise and M23 south. Typically 1h–1h30m off-peak. Missed-connection specialist — if your inbound diverted to LHR or you've missed your LGW onward, we can have a vehicle at arrivals in 30–60 minutes. Free meet-and-greet at LHR with name board, free flight tracking, executive Mercedes E saloons available, MPV for groups with luggage. Same fixed fare 24/7 — including the late-night when no train option remains.
✓ Fixed ✓ All terminals✓ Missed connections✓ 24/7
LHR → LGW Quote
Fixed price · Reply in <5 min
🔒 Driver waits with name board.
LHR → LGW Cross-Airport Fixed Fares
Terminal-to-terminal · Same fare 24/7 · No surge
| Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Fixed Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SaloonMost popular | 1–4 pax | 2 cases + 2 hand | |
| EstateExtra luggage | 1–4 pax | 3 cases + 3 hand | |
| MPVFamily / group / crew | 5–8 pax | 6 cases + 6 hand | |
| Executive SaloonMercedes E / BMW 5 | 1–3 pax | 3 cases + 3 hand | |
| Executive MPVMercedes V-Class | Up to 6 pax | 6 cases + 6 hand |
Saloon
MPV
Executive
~45mi
Distance
1h–1h30
Journey
Route
The LHR → LGW Route
Heathrow to Gatwick is a clean motorway run — onto the M25 anti-clockwise from the Heathrow access roads, round to J7, then south down the M23 to Gatwick. Mostly motorway, predictable timings outside Friday afternoon and weekday rush.
Standard route
LHR Terminal → A4/M4 J4b → M25 J15 anti-clockwise → past Cobham, Reigate → M25 J7 → M23 J7 south → LGW. Approximately 45 miles, typically 1h–1h15m off-peak. Driver enters via correct LGW terminal access road.
A24 alternative (M25 incidents)
If M25 anti-clockwise has a major closure between J10 and J7, driver may take A308 → A3 → A24 south through Leatherhead and Dorking → Gatwick. Slightly longer but reliable when M25 is gridlocked.
~45 mi
Distance
1h–1h30m
Journey
Fixed saloon
M23 J9
LGW exit
Route StopsLive tracking
Heathrow Terminal (T2/3/4/5)
Driver meets at arrivals with name board
M25 J15 anti-clockwise
Round west and south London
M25 J7 → M23 south
Direct south to Gatwick
Gatwick North/South Terminal
Drop at departures level
Use Cases
When People Book LHR → LGW
💼
Business Travel
Different airlines, different airports. Executive saloon at — Mercedes E or BMW 5-Series, comfortable for the 1-hour run, dignified arrival at terminal.
👨✈️
Crew Repositioning
Aircrew based at one airport, deadheading to the other. Driver familiar with crew protocols and timing priorities.
👨👩👧👦
Family Multi-Leg
Family of 4–8 with hold luggage. MPV at ÷ 4 = each one-way. Beats train + Tube + onward shuffle for any family with cases.
🌙
Late-Night Connections
After 23:00 trains and coaches thin out. Same fare 24/7 — driver waits with name board after a long-haul arrival into LHR.
Why Pre-Book
Why Pre-Book LHR → LGW?
💷
Fixed
Locked at booking. No meter, no surge, no per-mile billing.
🤝
Meet & Greet Free
Driver waits at LHR arrivals with name board. Free, included.
✈️
Flight Tracking
Free flight monitoring. Driver auto-adjusts ETA. Waits free if your inbound is delayed.
⏳
60-Min Free Wait
From your scheduled arrival time. Customs and baggage delays don't cost you a thing.
🌙
24/7 Same Fare
any hour. No late-night premium, no early-hours surcharge.
🪪
Licensed partner operators
Every driver TfL Private Hire licensed, DBS-checked, fully insured, uniformed.
🧳
Heavy Luggage OK
Estate at fits 3 cases + 3 hand. MPV at fits 6+6.
Alternatives
LHR → LGW: Other Options
| Option | Get London Transfer | National Express coach | Train (3 changes) | Self-drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal-to-terminal | ✓ | ~ Coach stops | ✗ Multiple changes | ✓ |
| Direct journey time | ✓ 1h–1h30m | ~75 min | ✗ 2h+ with changes | 1h–1h30m |
| Cost (1 pax, advance) | – | – | fuel + parking | |
| Cost (4 pax) | total | – | – | + + parking |
| Late-night reliability | ✓ 24/7 | ✗ Limited | ✗ Stops | ✓ |
| Hold luggage | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ Multi-leg | ✓ |
| Missed-connection capable | ✓ Urgent | ✗ Schedule | ✗ Compounds | ✗ |
| Free wait if flight delayed | ✓ 60 min | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ N/A |
Honest take: Solo, advance-booked, hand luggage, time to spare, National Express coach is decisively cheaper. For 2+ passengers, hold luggage, missed connections, late-night, crew transfers, or anyone wanting terminal-to-terminal without coach stops — the fixed taxi is competitive. ÷ 4 = each.
Reviews
Cross-Airport Reviews
★★★★★
"BA from JFK arrived 06:30 into T5; onward easyJet from LGW at 11:45. Driver waiting with name board, smooth M25 in 1h10m, dropped at LGW South at 09:20. fixed. Made the connection comfortably."
Robert M.
LHR T5 → LGW South · multi-leg
★★★★★
"Family of 5 from a Bangkok long-haul into LHR T2 at 16:30, onward Wizz from LGW at 21:00. MPV — driver helped at both ends, smooth M25 run. Far less stressful than coach + multiple stops with 5 of us and the cases."
The Whitfield family
LHR T2 → LGW · MPV
FAQs
LHR to LGW — FAQs
How much is a Heathrow to Gatwick taxi?
Our LHR to LGW cross-airport taxi is fixed for a saloon, estate, MPV (5–8 pax), executive saloon, executive MPV. Price locked at booking — no surge, no toll add-ons.
How long from Heathrow to Gatwick by taxi?
The 45-mile journey typically takes 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes via M25 anti-clockwise → M23 south → Gatwick. Off-peak weekends 1h. Weekday rush hour or Friday afternoon traffic on the M25 between J12 and J7 can extend to 1h45m+. Allow 2h+ during peak.
Is the National Express coach cheaper than a taxi LHR to LGW?
National Express runs LHR to LGW direct (~75 min, –). For a single passenger off-peak with hand luggage, coach is cheaper. For 2+ passengers, hold luggage, missed connections, late-night, or anyone wanting terminal-to-terminal without coach stops, the fixed taxi is competitive. ÷ 2 = .50 each — comparable to two coach tickets.
How tight a connection between LHR and LGW can a taxi handle?
Reasonable minimum is 3 hours from LHR landing to LGW departure for a comfortable margin (1h customs, 1h drive, 1h check-in). Tighter is doable but riskier — flag at booking so we can prioritise. 2 hours is doable but tight; under 2h we'd suggest considering rebooking the LGW flight.
Do you cover both Gatwick terminals?
Yes — Gatwick North and Gatwick South at the same fixed fare. Driver drops at the correct terminal departures based on your onward flight.
Can I get a return Gatwick to Heathrow taxi?
Yes. Same fixed-price approach in either direction. Return bookings within 14 days qualify for a discount vs two singles.
Can I pay on the day or upfront?
For airport bookings, we ask for a small confirmation deposit (typically 10–20%) and the balance on the day, paid by card or bank transfer. Corporate accounts and crew bookings pay on invoice.
Book Your
LHR → LGW Cross-Airport Taxi
fixed. Terminal-to-terminal. Meet & greet. Missed-connection capable. 24/7. No surge.
Most Popular Heathrow Routes
Fixed price · licensed operators · 24/7 · Book online in 60 seconds