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Holloway Road
General drop point — closest to North Bank, East Stand entrances. Walking distance ~5 min.
Waterloo → Emirates Stadium · 6 mi
Taxi from Waterloo
to Arsenal. From .
Pre-booked taxi from London Waterloo to Arsenal Emirates Stadium with fixed-price quotes from saloon. From Waterloo station main concourse, Eurostar arrivals (now St Pancras — but Waterloo SWR pickups), Lower Marsh hotels, the IMAX area, the South Bank — direct to Holloway Road, Drayton Park, Highbury Corner or any specific Emirates entrance. ~6 miles via Waterloo Bridge, Aldwych, Holborn and Holloway Road. Matchdays, Champions League nights, women's games — same fixed price, no event surge.
✓ Fixed ✓ No matchday surge✓ Group MPVs✓ Driver knows entrances
Waterloo → Arsenal Quote
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🔒 Matchday fixed pricing — no surge.
Waterloo → Arsenal Stadium Fixed Fares
From Waterloo station and SE1 area · Same fare matchday or off-peak · No surge
| Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Fixed Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon1–4 fans | 1–4 pax | 2 cases + 2 hand | |
| EstateExtra luggage | 1–4 pax | 3 cases + 3 hand | |
| MPVGroup of 5–8 | 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 | |
| Round trip + waitingDriver waits, takes you back | Per vehicle | Whole match | From |
Saloon
MPV (group)
Executive
~6mi
Distance
25–45
Minutes
Route
The Waterloo → Arsenal Route
Waterloo to the Emirates is a short cross-river run — over Waterloo Bridge, through the West End fringe, then up Pentonville Road and Holloway Road to N7. Driver picks the cleanest route in real time.
Standard route
Waterloo → Waterloo Bridge → Aldwych → Holborn → Theobalds Road → Pentonville Road → Caledonian Road → Holloway Road → Emirates Stadium. Approximately 6 miles, typically 25–35 minutes off-peak.
Matchday approach
From 60–90 minutes before kick-off, driver may take Blackfriars Bridge → Farringdon → Liverpool Road approach to avoid Holloway Road queues. Local knowledge matters — the streets immediately around the stadium are closed on matchdays. Driver drops at the nearest open junction to your specific entrance.
~6 mi
Distance
25–45 min
Journey
Fixed saloon
N7/N5
Drop area
Route StopsLive tracking
Waterloo Station
Main concourse, taxi rank, Lower Marsh side
Waterloo Bridge → Aldwych
Across the river, into central London
Holborn → Pentonville Road
East-north towards Kings Cross
Holloway Road north
Up the A1 towards Highbury
Emirates Stadium (N7)
Drop near your specific entrance/turnstile
Matchday Drops
Where We Drop on Matchday
On matchday the immediate roads around the Emirates are closed — Hornsey Road, Drayton Park north, Avenell Road. Driver drops at the nearest open junction to your specific entrance.
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Drayton Park
For West Stand turnstiles. Drop on the south end of Drayton Park, walk under the railway bridge.
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Highbury Corner
For Clock End / Family Stand. Walk down Liverpool Road and Calabria Road.
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Hornsey Road junction
For East Stand entrances when Holloway Road is gridlocked. Quieter approach via Crouch End.
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Champions League Nights
Same fixed pricing for European nights. Driver knows the post-match route home avoiding the worst congestion.
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Women's Games (WSL)
Smaller crowds, easier drops — usually right at the stadium. Same fixed fare.
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Round-trip Wait
From for a saloon round trip with full match wait. Driver picks you up at the agreed point post-match.
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TfL Licensed
Every driver TfL Private Hire licensed, DBS-checked, fully insured. Knows the matchday road closures.
Coverage
SE1 / Waterloo Pickup Areas
Same fixed saloon fare from Waterloo station and the immediate SE1 area.
Waterloo main concourse
Waterloo East
Lower Marsh
South Bank
IMAX area
London Eye area
SE1 hotels (Park Plaza etc.)
Southwark (SE1)
Borough (SE1)
Lambeth North
Westminster Bridge area
County Hall area
Outside SE1 (City EC1–4, Mayfair W1, Kings Cross N1) we still cover at adjusted rates. WhatsApp your pickup for an exact quote.
Why Pre-Book
Why Pre-Book Matchday Travel?
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Fixed
Locked at booking. Matchday or off-peak — same price. No event surge, no per-mile billing.
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No Uber Surge
Big matches and Champions League nights see app-based taxis surging 1.5–2× near the stadium. Pre-booked is the smart play.
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Drops Where Tube Can't
Tube + walk is fine — but for groups with hold luggage from Waterloo, or away-fan kit, door-to-junction beats stairs and changes.
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Round-trip Wait
From — driver waits during the match, picks you up at the agreed point. No fumbling for an Uber post-match.
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Group Splits
MPV at ÷ 6 fans = each one-way. Cheaper than 6 individual Tube tickets.
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Weather-Proof
Pouring? No need to walk from Tube to stadium and back. Door-to-junction comfort.
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TfL Licensed
Every driver TfL Private Hire licensed. Knows the matchday closures and quickest dispersal routes.
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WhatsApp Confirms
Driver name and registration sent the night before. No 'where's my driver' on matchday.
Alternatives
Waterloo → Arsenal: Other Options
| Option | Get London Transfer | Tube (Northern + Piccadilly) | Uber matchday | Walk + Tube combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door-to-stadium-junction | ✓ | ✗ Arsenal tube + walk | ✓ | ✗ Multiple legs |
| Direct journey time | ✓ 25–45 min | ✗ 30–40 min + walks | 25–60 min | 30–40 min |
| Matchday fixed price | ✓ | ✓ Tube fare | ✗ 1.5–2× surge | ✓ Tube fare |
| Cost (1 fan) | fixed | .80–.80 | – surge | .80–.80 |
| Cost (4 fans) | total | .20–.20 | – surge | .20–.20 |
| Cost (8 fans) | MPV | .40–.40 | – (2 ubers) | .40–.40 |
| Beer-friendly post-match | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| No standing on Tube post-match | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
Honest take: Solo with hand luggage and no aversion to a packed Piccadilly Line at full-time? Tube is cheap and fine. For 4–8 fans, away supporters with kit, anyone with a hotel suitcase, hospitality guests in business attire, or anyone who values door-to-junction without the post-match crush — the saloon ( MPV) is good value. ÷ 4 = .75 each.
Reviews
Matchday Customer Reviews
★★★★★
"Group of 6 down from Brighton for an Arsenal vs Spurs derby — got off at Waterloo, booked the MPV. Driver dropped us right at Drayton Park 90 min before kick-off, knew exactly where to go around the closures. Saved a packed Piccadilly Line each way."
Mark T. (group of 6)
Waterloo → Drayton Park · matchday
★★★★★
"Champions League midweek — me and a couple of work clients in suits. Booked the executive saloon at from a Lower Marsh hotel. Driver took us to Holloway Road, picked us up post-match at the agreed point. Round trip with wait — civilised way to do a midweek game."
David W.
SE1 hotel → Emirates · CL night
★★★★★
"Brought my dad down from Manchester for his 80th — Arsenal supporter all his life. Picked him up at Waterloo (Avanti to Euston, Tube to Waterloo, met us). Saloon at fixed, driver patient with him, dropped him close enough to walk slowly. Brilliant day out."
James K.
Waterloo → Holloway Road
FAQs
Waterloo to Arsenal — FAQs
How much is a taxi from Waterloo to Arsenal Stadium?
Our Waterloo to Arsenal Stadium taxi is fixed for a saloon, estate, MPV (5–8 pax), executive saloon. Matchdays and Champions League nights at the same fixed price — no surge. Round-trip with wait from .
How long from Waterloo to Emirates Stadium?
The 6-mile journey typically takes 25–45 minutes via Waterloo Bridge → Aldwych → Holborn → Pentonville Road → Holloway Road. Off-peak 25–30 min. Matchday traffic 60–90 minutes before kick-off can extend to 45–60 min.
Where do you drop off near the Emirates?
On non-matchdays, driver drops at the closest convenient point to your turnstile. On matchdays, the immediate stadium roads are closed — driver drops at Holloway Road, Drayton Park, Hornsey Road or Highbury Corner depending on traffic and your specific entrance. Tell us your block at booking and we'll route accordingly.
Why book a taxi rather than the Tube from Waterloo?
The Tube from Waterloo to Arsenal involves Northern Line + Piccadilly Line change — typically 30 min. For 1–2 fans off-peak, Tube is cheaper. For 3–8 in a group, hold-luggage cases, away fans with bags, post-match comfort or anyone who values door-to-stadium without changes, the saloon ( MPV) is competitive — especially split between a group.
Do you cover Tottenham Hotspur Stadium too?
Yes. Waterloo to Spurs (~10 mi, ~ saloon). Same fixed-price approach, no derby-day surge. WhatsApp for a quote if heading to a different London stadium.
Can the driver wait during the match?
Yes — round-trip with wait from for a saloon. Driver waits at a designated quiet street within walking distance, picks you up at the agreed point post-match. Common for hospitality guests, mixed groups and clients in suits.
Will the Congestion Charge be added to my fare?
The standard Waterloo → Emirates route crosses the C-zone briefly during charging hours. The Congestion Charge is included in the fixed fare — never billed separately.
Do you also cover other London pickups for Arsenal?
Yes. Kings Cross/St Pancras (~), Euston (~), Liverpool Street (~), City of London (~), Canary Wharf (~), Westminster (~). All fixed prices. WhatsApp for an exact quote.
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Waterloo → Arsenal Match Day
fixed saloon. MPV for groups of 5–8. No matchday surge. Round-trip with wait from .