King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena taxi transfer — from £29
Going to The O2 Arena from King's Cross Station? It is about 9 miles and normally takes 35 min, although event days can be much slower. Fares start from £29.00 in a saloon car. We usually travel via A102 Blackwall Tunnel Approach or A2 via Greenwich. Concert finish times cause long queues at North Greenwich. Booking a pickup point a short walk away saves time.
- 9 milesApprox. distance
- 35 minTypical journey
- 56 minIn rush hour
- From £29Saloon guide fare
King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena: 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 | £29 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £30.90 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £37.50 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £51.50 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena journey
Typically 35 min outside peak times and around 56 min in rush hour.
Usual route
A102 Blackwall Tunnel Approach or A2 via Greenwich
Where delays happen
Blackwall Tunnel Approach and Woolwich Road
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 The O2 Arena
Drop-off at a designated taxi point near North Greenwich. The driver confirms the exact point beforehand.
Local tip
Concert finish times cause long queues at North Greenwich. Booking a pickup point a short walk away saves time.
Every King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena 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
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King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena?
A saloon car costs about £29.00, an estate £30.90, an MPV (7 seater) £37.50 and an executive car £51.50. 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 The O2 Arena?
Allow about 35 min outside peak times and around 56 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at Blackwall Tunnel Approach and Woolwich Road.
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 The O2 Arena?
Drop-off at a designated taxi point near North Greenwich. The driver confirms the exact point beforehand.
Should I book my return journey in advance?
Yes. Demand rises sharply when events finish, so booking your return in advance and choosing a pickup point a short walk from the venue usually saves time.
Can I arrange the return journey?
Yes. Price the reverse journey (The O2 Arena 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 The O2 Arena: planning your journey
Travelling from King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena? A pre-booked car gives you door-to-door pickup at a time you choose, and you can book the return at the same time so the ride home is arranged before the crowds leave.
The journey from King's Cross Station to The O2 Arena is roughly 9 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 35 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 56 min, which is about 60% longer. The usual route is A102 Blackwall Tunnel Approach or A2 via Greenwich, and delays are most likely at Blackwall Tunnel Approach and Woolwich Road.
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 The O2 Arena
Because tens of thousands of people leave at the same time, agree a pickup point and time in advance. A car arranged before the show means your journey home does not depend on demand at the exit.
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 The O2 Arena, so the fare is calculated for your real journey.
- Plan your pickup around the event finish time rather than the start, and book the return at the same time.
- 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 The O2 Arena
Can you collect me from The O2 after the show?
Yes. Book the return journey in advance and we will confirm the pickup details before the event.
Is it better to be collected away from the arena?
On busy nights a pickup point a short walk from the main exits can be quicker. Tell us where you would like to be met.
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 The O2 Arena 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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