Northampton to Heathrow Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Northampton and Heathrow? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 1 hour 20 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 68 miles (109 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 20 minutes; weekday rush hours, Friday afternoons and bank holiday weekends can add a good deal more. The M1 south, then the M25 west to Heathrow.
About Northampton
We collect from Northampton town centre, the university and the villages of Northamptonshire. The M1 is direct, with the M25 junction the main pinch point.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £154
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £218
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £266
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £418
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £468
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
Most travellers from Northampton choose a pickup about 3 hours before a short-haul flight and an hour earlier for long-haul. After the drive of about 1 h 20 min to Heathrow, that gives around 1 hour 45 minutes before your flight. Your driver collects you at the door at the time you pick; child seats are free if you add them to the booking. Heathrow has four terminals: 2, 3, 4 and 5. Terminals 2 and 3 share the central area, while 4 and 5 sit on their own, so check that the terminal on your booking matches your ticket.
Arriving back
For the return to Northampton, the pickup is timed to your actual landing at Heathrow, not the schedule. Your driver waits in the arrivals hall of your 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 Heathrow transfers page and the Heathrow pickup guide. Related route: Heathrow to London Bridge Transfer Options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Northampton to Heathrow?
About 68 miles (109 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 1 hour 20 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Northampton to Heathrow?
From about £154 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £233 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
For a short-haul flight, 3 hours before departure (the drive of about 1 h 20 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.
