The journey: Luton Airport to Heathrow Airport
Landing at Luton with an onward flight from Heathrow, or heading to a hotel near LHR? The direct drive is 40 miles via the M1 and M25 — 55–75 minutes in normal traffic against 2+ hours by rail through central London. Your driver monitors your inbound flight and waits in arrivals with a name board.
Journey time with traffic
Off-peak the run takes 55–75 min. On weekday mornings (7–10am) and evenings (4–7pm) add 20–40 minutes — the M25 is the variable. Because your fare is fixed at booking, traffic affects your schedule but never your price, and we build the buffer into the pick-up time we recommend.
Terminals & meeting points
Luton
Luton has a single terminal. Note that the DART shuttle connects the terminal to Luton Airport Parkway station only — it doesn't help you reach Heathrow. Your driver meets you in the arrivals hall and the terminal drop-off charge is included in your fare.
Heathrow
Heathrow has four passenger terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5 — there is no Terminal 1). Your driver meets you inside the arrivals hall with a name board; tell us your terminal or just your flight number and we work it out. Pick-up parking is charged per terminal, which is why we confirm the meeting point by text before you land.
Fleet & fixed pricing
| Class | Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Mercedes E-Class / BMW 5 Series | 3 | 2 | Included rate |
| Executive | Mercedes S-Class / BMW 7 Series | 3 | 2 | +£35 |
| MPV (6-seat) | Mercedes V-Class / VW Caravelle | 6 | 6 | +£25 |
| 8-Seater | Mercedes EQV / VW Crafter | 8 | 8 | +£45 |
| Wheelchair Accessible | Specialist WAV | 4 | 2 | Quote on request |
All prices include door pick-up, luggage handling, 15 minutes free waiting (60 minutes after landing on airport pick-ups), flight tracking, live traffic monitoring and all tolls. No card fees. No surge pricing — ever, including at 4am.
Night & early-morning transfers — same fixed price
Catching a 6am departure or landing on the last flight in? This route runs 24 hours a day with no night supplement and no surge pricing. Overnight the roads are clear, so the journey is usually at the fast end of 55–75 min. We confirm your driver the evening before for pre-5am pick-ups, and drivers wait free for 60 minutes after landing on airport collections.
Read our guide to getting to and from Heathrow between midnight and 5am →
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Luton Airport to Heathrow Airport?
Fixed price from £85 in a saloon (up to 3 passengers, 2 large cases). An MPV for up to 6 passengers is from £110. The fare is agreed at booking and never changes with traffic — and there is no night-time or surge supplement.
How long does Luton Airport to Heathrow Airport take?
Typically 55–75 min via the M1 and M25 (J21–J14) in normal traffic. At peak times (weekdays 7–10am and 4–7pm) allow an extra 20–40 minutes — we build this into your recommended pick-up time when you book.
Do you run at night and in the early morning?
Yes — we operate 24/7 with the same fixed price at 4am as at 4pm. Early-morning departures and late-night arrivals are a large part of what we do; see our night transfers guide for how pick-up timing works overnight.
Is this transfer suitable for a connecting flight?
Yes — it's the main reason people book it. Give us both flight numbers: we track your inbound flight and adjust the pick-up automatically, and we recommend a minimum of 3 hours between landing and your onward check-in closing time. Waiting time after landing is free for the first 60 minutes.
Where does the driver meet me?
For airport pick-ups, inside the arrivals hall with a name board, luggage help included. For home, hotel or office pick-ups, at the door — the driver calls or texts 5 minutes before arrival.
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