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Matchday Private HireArsenal home games · 24/7 booking

King's Cross to
Emirates Stadium

Fixed-price taxi from King's Cross St Pancras to the Emirates Stadium, from £30. Approximately 2 miles · 20–30 minutes. TfL licensed, matchday specialist, no surge pricing. Book 24/7 by phone, WhatsApp or online.

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Miles
20–30m
Journey
£30
Fixed from
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TfL LicensedRegulated & fully insured
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Fixed PriceNo meter · no surge
Flight TrackingLive monitoring
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Matchday & Event Private Hire

King's Cross to Emirates Stadium — the straightforward route

A fixed-price taxi from King's Cross St Pancras International to the Emirates Stadium with Get London Transfer starts from £30 for a standard saloon (up to 4 passengers). The Emirates — home of Arsenal Football Club — sits approximately 2 miles north-west of King's Cross, in the N5 postcode area, and a typical drive takes 20–30 minutes in normal traffic. On matchday (Arsenal home games, Premier League and Champions League), expect 35–50 minutes due to pre-match road closures around Drayton Park, Benwell Road and Hornsey Road. We drop at the closest permitted street to your turnstiles — subject to matchday restrictions — and handle both pre-match drop-offs and post-match pickups with matchday-experienced drivers who know the crowd dispersal routes inside out.

Why book a pre-arranged taxi over the Tube or Uber for an Arsenal matchday? The Piccadilly line from King's Cross to Arsenal station takes 5 minutes in theory — but the station is mobbed from 90 minutes before kick-off, the platforms are controlled on one-in-one-out for safety, and after the final whistle Arsenal station is closed to incoming passengers for 30-45 minutes to manage crowd flow. Uber surge pricing is aggressive on matchday — a typical £15 UberX can cost £40–£65 for the same 2-mile journey when 60,000 Arsenal supporters try to leave at the same time. Our fixed £30 fare holds regardless of matchday, fixture size, or away-end visitor numbers. For families with children, travelling hospitality clients, or supporters arriving by Eurostar from Paris or Brussels for a Champions League European evening, a pre-booked taxi is the calm option.

Our service covers every matchday need. Pre-match drop-offs timed to your kick-off — we recommend arriving 45 minutes before kick-off for comfortable turnstile entry. Post-match pickups from an agreed meeting point clear of the stadium exit crush (typically Drayton Park top, or around Highbury & Islington station) approximately 20-30 minutes after the final whistle. Hospitality arrivals at the Diamond Club, Club Level, and Directors' Box entrances. Corporate matchday packages for sponsors and guests, with dedicated chauffeur and multi-stop itineraries (hotel → stadium → post-match dinner → hotel). And European evenings for Champions League games, where international supporters arriving via Eurostar can be met at St Pancras arrivals and delivered directly to their Emirates turnstile. Call 020 8888 9988, WhatsApp +44 7427 249103, or book online — confirmed within minutes, 24 hours a day.

Route at a glance

  • PickupKing's Cross St Pancras
  • Drop-offEmirates Stadium (N5)
  • Distance~2 miles
  • Off-peak journey15–20 min
  • Matchday journey35–50 min
  • Saloon fare£30 fixed
  • Executive saloon£40
  • MPV (5–6 pax)£36
  • 8-seater minibus£47
  • Availability24 hours · matchday ready
  • Return bookingDiscounted round-trip

Book your matchday taxi

Matchday booking advised 48 hours ahead for Arsenal home fixtures. Same-day available subject to driver availability. WhatsApp is the fastest response.

Vehicle options

Choose your matchday vehicle

Saloon
Standard
  • ExamplesToyota Prius, VW Passat
  • PassengersUp to 4
  • Ideal forCouples, friends, small groups
from£30
Executive
Premium Saloon
  • ExamplesMercedes E-Class
  • PassengersUp to 4
  • Ideal forHospitality, corporate, VIP
from£40
MPV
People Carrier
  • ExamplesMercedes V-Class / Vito
  • PassengersUp to 6
  • Ideal forFamily, group of friends
from£36
Group
8-Seater
  • ExamplesMercedes Vito LWB
  • PassengersUp to 8
  • Ideal forAway supporters, stag groups
from£47
Matchday comparison

Tube vs Uber vs pre-booked taxi

For a King's Cross → Emirates matchday, what actually works in practice:

Our TaxiPiccadilly LineUber / Bolt
Matchday price£30 fixed£2.90 off-peak£40–£65 (surge)
Door-to-door Yes 7-10 min walk each end Yes
Crowd hassleNoneMassive · station controlMinimal · pickup zone
Works post-match AlwaysArsenal stn closed 30-45mSurge very high
Luggage (after Eurostar) Boot + assist Drag on platforms Boot
Hospitality-appropriate Executive vehicle NoVaries
Group of 4+£7.50 pp (saloon)£11.60 total£10-£16 pp
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Frequently asked

King's Cross to Emirates — FAQ

How much is a taxi from King's Cross St Pancras to Emirates Stadium?

A fixed-price saloon taxi from King's Cross St Pancras to Emirates Stadium starts from £30. Executive saloon from £40, MPV (up to 6 passengers) from £36, 8-seater minibus from £47. Prices are fixed when you book — no meter, no surge, no matchday premium. Call 020 8888 9988 or WhatsApp +44 7427 249103 for an instant quote.

How long does it take to get from King's Cross to Emirates Stadium?

The Emirates Stadium is approximately 2 miles north-west of King's Cross St Pancras International. By car it takes 20–30 minutes in normal traffic, rising to 35–50 minutes on matchday with pre-match road closures. The Tube (Piccadilly line from King's Cross to Arsenal) takes 5 minutes, but the station is mobbed 90 minutes before kick-off — and unusable in the 30 minutes after the final whistle.

Do you do matchday taxis to Emirates Stadium?

Yes — matchday is our speciality. We run pre-match taxis to Emirates Stadium from King's Cross, St Pancras, Euston, Paddington, Liverpool Street, Victoria and all Central London hotels, as well as post-match pickups. Match days we recommend booking in advance — our dispatch team holds matchday surge capacity for same-day bookings.

Where should my taxi drop me at Emirates Stadium?

Our standard drop-off is the top of Drayton Park or the corner of Hornsey Road and Benwell Road — the closest vehicle-permitted streets to the turnstiles, subject to matchday road closures. If you have accessible seating, we can drop at the designated disabled-access entrance. Give us your block and entrance number when booking and we confirm the best drop-off point.

Can I book a return taxi from Emirates Stadium to King's Cross?

Absolutely. Book the return leg at the time of booking and we apply a discounted round-trip fare. Post-match pickup is typically from Drayton Park or Highbury & Islington area, clear of the immediate stadium exit crush. Your driver waits at an agreed meeting point approximately 20–30 minutes after the final whistle.

Is this cheaper than the Tube or Uber on matchday?

On matchday, Uber surge pricing can take a £15 fare to £40–£65. A black cab, if you can find one in Islington at full-time, will cost £25–£40 on the meter. Our fixed £30 fare is competitive for solo passengers and dramatically cheaper for 2+ adults. Plus we handle luggage, family groups, and late-night arrivals without fuss.

Can you handle a group of 4–8 Arsenal fans from King's Cross to Emirates?

Yes. For 4 passengers we use a standard saloon (£30). For 5–6 passengers our MPV (£36) or executive MPV is ideal. For 7–8, our 8-seater minibus is £47. Tell us the group size when booking — we match the right vehicle to avoid the cram and the extra-passenger charge on other platforms.

Do you offer other taxi services to Arsenal matches from London stations?

Yes — we run matchday transfers to Emirates Stadium from every major London station, hotel, and airport. Popular routes include Victoria → Emirates (£32), Paddington → Emirates (£35), Heathrow → Emirates (£75), Gatwick → Emirates (£90) and Stansted → Emirates (£85). Call for a quote with your full journey.

Can I pay the driver by card or cash?

Both, plus bank transfer, WhatsApp payment link and corporate invoicing. Payment can be taken at the time of booking or on completion of the journey. No card-processing fees, no booking fees, no matchday surcharges. Corporate account holders can book in advance and receive consolidated monthly invoicing with VAT receipts.

What if there's a delay due to the match or post-match traffic?

Our fixed price stays fixed. If there's a delay due to post-match road closures, crowd dispersal or a goal-line incident, you are not charged extra — the £30 fare covers the journey from pickup to drop-off, whatever the traffic conditions. Matchday is our speciality; delays are baked into our timing expectations.

Book your matchday Emirates taxi

£30 fixed fare. 20–30 minute journey. TfL licensed. No matchday surge. 24/7 booking.

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