Cambridge to Gatwick Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Cambridge and Gatwick? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 1 hour 40 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 92 miles (148 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 40 minutes; weekday rush hours, Friday afternoons and bank holiday weekends can add a good deal more. The M11 south, then around the east side of the M25 and over the Dartford crossing, or around the west.
About Cambridge
We collect from colleges, the science parks and homes across Cambridgeshire. This is a long cross-country journey; early-morning flights mean early pickups.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £180
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £248
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £298
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £466
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £516
Each fare covers the whole vehicle, however many seats you fill. Enter your date and address on the booking form to see your exact price before paying; traffic on the day does not change it.
Pickup from your door
From Cambridge the drive of about 1 h 40 min means a pickup around 4 hours before a short-haul flight is a safe choice: about 2 hours 15 minutes is left at the airport once you arrive. For long-haul, add another hour. You are collected from your home, hotel or office, help with bags is included, and child seats cost nothing extra. 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
For the return to Cambridge, the pickup is timed to your actual landing at Gatwick, not the schedule. Your driver waits at the arrivals meeting point of the North or South Terminal holding a name sign, with 60 minutes free after touchdown and parking included in the fare. Choose "Return" on the booking form to book both trips together and save on the second one.
More information
See our Gatwick transfers page and the Gatwick pickup guide. Related route: Gatwick to Birmingham Service – Comfortable Transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Cambridge to Gatwick?
About 92 miles (148 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 1 hour 40 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Cambridge to Gatwick?
From about £180 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £285 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
For a short-haul flight, 4 hours before departure (the drive of about 1 h 40 min plus time for check-in and security). Long-haul: one hour earlier.
Are child seats available?
Yes, at no extra cost. Tell us the children's ages when you book.
