Gatwick to Southampton Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Gatwick and Southampton? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 1 hour 35 minutes, at a price fixed before you travel. This page sets out the distance, the route, the fares for each vehicle and how the pickup works.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 87 miles (140 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 35 minutes; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. The M25 west to the M3, then south-west to Southampton; or the A27 along the coast.
About Southampton
Cruise passengers flying into Gatwick often book this transfer to the Southampton cruise terminals. Give the ship and terminal name; we also drop off at hotels and homes across Hampshire.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £160
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £224
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £272
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £432
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £480
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. The exact fixed price for your date and address is shown on the booking form before you pay, and does not change with traffic.
Meeting your driver
Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, linked by a free shuttle train. We check which one your flight uses, and the driver waits in its arrivals hall with a sign showing your name. We track your flight, so the pickup moves with any delay, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free. Meet and greet in the terminal and airport parking are included in the price. Child seats are free on request.
Going the other way
For the journey from Southampton back to Gatwick, the driver collects you from your door at the time you choose. Choosing “Return” on the booking form books both journeys in one payment, with a discount on the return leg.
More information
See our Gatwick transfers page and the Gatwick pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from Portsmouth to Gatwick Airport – Reliable Transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Gatwick to Southampton?
About 87 miles (140 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 1 hour 35 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Southampton?
From about £160 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £272 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
What if my flight is delayed?
We track it; the driver adjusts, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
