Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station taxi transfer — from £73
Need a taxi from Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station? The journey is about 31 miles and usually takes 1 hr 20 min, or around 2 hr 0 min in rush hour. Fares start from £73.00 in a saloon car, with estate, MPV and executive options also available. The usual route is M23, A23, Embankment, Westway. Handy for Great Western services and the Heathrow Express.
- 31 milesApprox. distance
- 1 hr 20 minTypical journey
- 2 hr 0 minIn rush hour
- From £73Saloon guide fare
Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station: fares by vehicle
Guide fares for the standard route, based on the distance, with no surcharges. Airport or port fees, parking and tolls are not included. Enter your exact addresses to confirm your price.
| Vehicle | Best for | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
Saloon | Up to 4 passengers · 2 large + 2 medium suitcases | £73 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £77.10 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £92.50 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £128.50 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station journey
Typically 1 hr 20 min outside peak times and around 2 hr 0 min in rush hour.
Usual route
M23, A23, Embankment, Westway
Where delays happen
A23 Brixton, Vauxhall and Westway
Pickup at Gatwick Airport
Driver meets you in the arrivals hall (North or South Terminal) with a name board and tracks your flight.
Drop-off at Paddington Station
Drop-off at the closest permitted point to the station entrance.
Local tip
Handy for Great Western services and the Heathrow Express.
Every Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station booking includes
Clear terms before you confirm — the price you see is the price you book.
- Fare shown and agreed before you travel
- Licensed, professional drivers in regularly serviced vehicles
- Door-to-door service from your exact address
- Flight tracking and 60 minutes of free waiting on airport arrivals
- Pay cash to the driver or by card online
- Child seat or special request? Add it in the booking notes
From quote to confirmed journey
Enter your journey
Add the exact pickup and drop-off, not just an area.
Choose date & time
Tell us when you need the vehicle and add any notes for your driver.
Pick a vehicle
Compare the vehicles and prices shown for your journey.
Confirm
Add passenger and contact details, review everything and book.
Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station?
A saloon car costs about £73.00, an estate £77.10, an MPV (7 seater) £92.50 and an executive car £128.50. Fares are based on the distance with no surcharges, so the price shown is for the standard route.
How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station?
Allow about 1 hr 20 min outside peak times and around 2 hr 0 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at A23 Brixton, Vauxhall and Westway.
Where will my driver collect me at Gatwick Airport?
Driver meets you in the arrivals hall (North or South Terminal) with a name board and tracks your flight.
Where will I be dropped off at Paddington Station?
Drop-off at the closest permitted point to the station entrance.
Which vehicle should I book?
A saloon suits most journeys with normal luggage. Choose an estate for extra bags, an MPV (7 seater) for larger groups, or an executive car for extra comfort.
Can I arrange the return journey?
Yes. Price the reverse journey (Paddington Station to Gatwick Airport) with its own date and time so both legs have the right details.
How do I pay?
You choose cash to the driver or card online when you confirm your booking.
Can I add a child seat or a special request?
Add it in the special instructions box when you book — for example a child seat and the child's age — so it is on your booking.
Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station: planning your journey
A pre-booked car from Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station means a driver is arranged before you land, with the fare shown before you confirm. Add your flight number and terminal when you book and your pickup is planned around your recorded landing time.
The journey from Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station is roughly 31 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 1 hr 20 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 2 hr 0 min, which is about 50% longer. The usual route is M23, A23, Embankment, Westway, and delays are most likely at A23 Brixton, Vauxhall and Westway.
For a journey of this length, a saloon is comfortable for up to four passengers, an estate adds luggage space, and an MPV or executive car is worth considering for larger groups or extra comfort. Prices above are guide fares for the standard route; enter your exact addresses to confirm your price.
About Paddington Station
A car to or from Paddington is useful when you have luggage or a tight connection. Tell us your train time and we can suggest a sensible pickup time.
Paddington is a major terminus in west London, with Great Western Railway services and the Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line. Drivers use the nearest permitted drop-off and pickup point because the forecourt is busy.
Starting from Gatwick Airport
Gatwick is served by the M23 and the M25 and by direct rail services into central London, but a pre-booked car is often simpler when you have luggage, children, an early flight or a destination that is not on a direct line. For arrivals, add your flight number so your driver can track your landing.
Planning your pickup from Gatwick Airport
- Enter the exact pickup address or postcode in Gatwick Airport, and the exact drop-off at Paddington Station, so the fare is calculated for your real journey.
- Tell us your train time and, if you know it, the exit you will use. Drivers use the nearest permitted pickup point.
- Pick a vehicle by passengers and luggage, not just seats. A saloon suits up to four passengers; choose an estate, MPV or executive car for extra bags, bigger groups or more comfort.
- You can pay cash to the driver or by card online when you confirm, and you can add a child seat or special request in the booking notes.
More about Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station
Where will my driver pick me up at Paddington?
Your driver will use the nearest permitted pickup point and contact you on arrival. Tell us your train time and exit if you know it.
Which Gatwick terminal will my driver go to?
Your driver goes to the terminal on your booking. Gatwick has a North and a South terminal, so check your flight details and tell us which one you are using. If you are unsure, ask us before you travel.
Do you cover Gatwick Airport to Paddington Station every day?
Yes. Journeys are pre-booked for any date and time, including early mornings, late nights and weekends. Choose your date and time in the quote and your fare is shown before you confirm.
For terminals, arrivals, rail options and answers to common questions, see our full Gatwick Airport transfer guide.
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