Heathrow to Exeter Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Heathrow and Exeter? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 3 hours 5 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 158 miles (254 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 3 hours 5 minutes; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. The M4 and M5 south-west, or the M3 and A303 past Stonehenge – both are long journeys with a break.
About Exeter
Exeter and Devon travellers often choose a car for this journey to avoid changing trains with luggage. We drop off in Exeter, at the university and across Devon.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £331
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £463
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £562
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £740
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £822
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
Heathrow has four passenger terminals – 2, 3, 4 and 5. We read your terminal from the flight number, and the driver waits in the arrivals hall of that terminal 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 Exeter back to Heathrow, 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 Heathrow transfers page and the Heathrow pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from Portsmouth to Heathrow Airport – Affordable Options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Heathrow to Exeter?
About 158 miles (254 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 3 hours 5 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Heathrow to Exeter?
From about £331 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £496 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.
