Basingstoke to Gatwick Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
The journey from Basingstoke to Gatwick is about 60 miles. With a pre-booked car or van, there is no queue at a taxi rank, no meter and no changing trains with luggage – just a driver waiting at the agreed time and a fixed fare.
How far, and how long
The distance is about 60 miles (96 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. The M3 to the M25, then east to the M23 and Gatwick.
About Basingstoke
We collect from Basingstoke town centre, the business parks and the villages of north Hampshire. The M25 between the M3 and the M23 is the busiest part of the journey.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £116
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £162
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £197
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £313
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £348
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.
Pickup from your door
Book the pickup for about 3 hours before a short-haul departure (an hour more for long-haul). With a drive of about 1 hour from Basingstoke, that leaves roughly 2 hours at Gatwick for check-in, bag drop and security in normal traffic. The driver comes to your door, loads the luggage and brings free child seats if you ask for them. Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, linked by a free shuttle train that takes about two minutes. Check which one your airline uses when you book, so you are dropped at the right door.
Arriving back
On the way home from Gatwick to Basingstoke, the driver follows your flight's real landing time and meets you at the arrivals meeting point of the North or South Terminal. You get 60 minutes of free waiting from landing, and airport parking is included. Selecting "Return" when you book covers both legs and takes a discount off the return.
More information
See our Gatwick transfers page and the Gatwick pickup guide. Related route: Gatwick to Reading.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Basingstoke to Gatwick?
About 60 miles (96 km).
How long does the journey take?
Around 1 hour when the roads are clear. Rush hour and holiday weekends add time.
How much is a taxi from Basingstoke to Gatwick?
From about £116 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £197 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
Allow 3 hours for short-haul and an extra hour for long-haul flights from Gatwick.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
