King's Cross Station to Paddington Station taxi transfer — from £17
King's Cross Station to Paddington Station is roughly 3 miles. Outside peak times it takes about 18 min; allow around 29 min when traffic builds, particularly around Euston Road and Edgware Road junction. A saloon car costs from £17.00, and larger or executive cars are available at a higher fare. A short central London hop that is easier by car when you have luggage or tight connections.
- 3 milesApprox. distance
- 18 minTypical journey
- 29 minIn rush hour
- From £17Saloon guide fare
King's Cross Station 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 | £17 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £18.30 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £22.50 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £30.50 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your King's Cross Station to Paddington Station journey
Typically 18 min outside peak times and around 29 min in rush hour.
Usual route
Euston Road, Marylebone Road
Where delays happen
Euston Road and Edgware Road junction
Pickup at King's Cross Station
Pickup at an agreed point outside the station. The driver sends the exact spot before you arrive.
Drop-off at Paddington Station
Drop-off at the closest permitted point to the station entrance.
Local tip
A short central London hop that is easier by car when you have luggage or tight connections.
Every King's Cross Station 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
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Confirm
Add passenger and contact details, review everything and book.
King's Cross Station to Paddington Station: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from King's Cross Station to Paddington Station?
A saloon car costs about £17.00, an estate £18.30, an MPV (7 seater) £22.50 and an executive car £30.50. 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 King's Cross Station to Paddington Station?
Allow about 18 min outside peak times and around 29 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at Euston Road and Edgware Road junction.
Where will my driver collect me at King's Cross Station?
Pickup at an agreed point outside the station. The driver sends the exact spot before you arrive.
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 King's Cross Station) 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.
King's Cross Station to Paddington Station: planning your journey
Booking King's Cross Station to Paddington Station takes a minute: enter your exact pickup address or postcode, choose your date and time and your fare is shown before you confirm. Your driver uses the nearest permitted point at the station.
The journey from King's Cross Station to Paddington Station is roughly 3 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 18 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 29 min, which is about 61% longer. The usual route is Euston Road, Marylebone Road, and delays are most likely at Euston Road and Edgware Road junction.
This is a short journey, so a saloon suits most passengers; choose an estate or MPV if you are carrying extra luggage. 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.
Starting from King's Cross Station
King's Cross and St Pancras sit side by side in north London. King's Cross serves the east coast mainline and St Pancras serves Eurostar, so tell us which station you need. Forecourt access is limited, so drivers use the nearest permitted point.
Planning your pickup from King's Cross Station
- Enter the exact pickup address or postcode in King's Cross Station, 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 King's Cross Station 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.
King's Cross or St Pancras: which should I choose?
Give us the station named on your ticket. King's Cross serves the east coast mainline and St Pancras serves Eurostar and other services.
Do you cover King's Cross Station 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.
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