Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport taxi transfer — from £39
Need a taxi from Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport? The journey is about 14 miles and usually takes 45 min, or around 1 hr 8 min in rush hour. Fares start from £39.00 in a saloon car, with estate, MPV and executive options also available. The usual route is A40 Westway, M4. Handy for Great Western services and the Heathrow Express.
- 14 milesApprox. distance
- 45 minTypical journey
- 1 hr 8 minIn rush hour
- From £39Saloon guide fare
Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport: 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 | £39 | Get quote |
Estate | Up to 4 passengers · 4 large suitcases | £41.40 | Get quote |
MPV (7-seater) | Up to 5 passengers · 5 bags | £50 | Get quote |
Executive | Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases, higher-specification car | £69 | Get quote |
Minibus | Group travel, where available | Live quote | Get quote |
Planning your Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport journey
Typically 45 min outside peak times and around 1 hr 8 min in rush hour.
Usual route
A40 Westway, M4
Where delays happen
Westway and M4 elevated section at rush hour
Pickup at Paddington Station
Pickup at an agreed point near the station. The driver sends the exact spot before you arrive.
Drop-off at Heathrow Airport
Drop-off at the departures forecourt of your terminal. Tell us the terminal when booking.
Local tip
Handy for Great Western services and the Heathrow Express.
Every Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport 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.
Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport: your questions
Quick answers before you book.
How much is a taxi from Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport?
A saloon car costs about £39.00, an estate £41.40, an MPV (7 seater) £50.00 and an executive car £69.00. 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 Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport?
Allow about 45 min outside peak times and around 1 hr 8 min in rush hour. Delays are most likely at Westway and M4 elevated section at rush hour.
Where will my driver collect me at Paddington Station?
Pickup at an agreed point near the station. The driver sends the exact spot before you arrive.
Where will I be dropped off at Heathrow Airport?
Drop-off at the departures forecourt of your terminal. Tell us the terminal when booking.
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 (Heathrow Airport to Paddington 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.
Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport: planning your journey
If you are travelling from Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport, a pre-booked private hire car gives you a set pickup time and a price you know in advance. You are collected at your address, so you can leave when you planned rather than when a train or bus allows.
The journey from Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport is roughly 14 miles. Outside peak times it usually takes about 45 min, and in rush hour you should allow around 1 hr 8 min, which is about 51% longer. The usual route is A40 Westway, M4, and delays are most likely at Westway and M4 elevated section at rush hour.
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 Heathrow Airport
Heathrow is London's largest airport, to the west of the city near the M4 and M25. It has four passenger terminals (2, 3, 4 and 5), and each is a short drive from the others, so the terminal on your booking matters. Tell us your terminal when you book and add your flight number so your driver can track your arrival.
Starting from 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.
Planning your pickup from Paddington Station
- Enter the exact pickup address or postcode in Paddington Station, and the exact drop-off at Heathrow Airport, so the fare is calculated for your real journey.
- Work back from your check-in and security deadlines when choosing your pickup time, and add your flight number if you have one.
- 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 Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport
Which Heathrow terminal will my driver go to?
Your driver goes to the terminal on your booking. Heathrow has Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, so please give us your terminal and flight number.
What if my Heathrow flight is delayed?
Add your flight number when you book. Your pickup is planned around your recorded landing time, and 60 minutes of waiting is included on airport arrivals.
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.
Do you cover Paddington Station to Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport transfer guide.
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