Taxis & private transfers
Black cabs wait at ranks outside every terminal and run at any hour, charging per car on the meter.
For three or more people, a taxi often beats per-person fares. A short hop to a nearby hotel is roughly £10 to £25 (estimate).
Black cabs
Black cabs wait at the ranks outside every terminal and run at any hour. The driver is fully licensed and has passed the Knowledge of London. The fare is metered and charged per car, not per person. All Heathrow taxis have wheelchair access.
Minicabs and pre-booked transfers
Pre-booked private-hire cars come through approved providers. Heathrow's own service, WeKnow, is fully electric with fixed rates and desks in every arrivals hall. Booking ahead means a price you know before you land.
What it costs
Fares depend on the distance and traffic, and meters run per car. A short hop to a nearby hotel is roughly £10 to £25 (estimate). For central London, check Transport for London's black cab fare information.
Drop-off charge
Heathrow charges £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off area. Ask your driver or booking provider whether it is included in your fare. You pay online before your visit, on the day, or by midnight the following day, not at a ticket machine.
When a taxi makes sense
- Three or more of you, when a taxi often beats per-person fares.
- A very early start or a late landing, after the buses and trains have stopped.
- Heavy luggage or reduced mobility, with a door-to-door ride.
Checked against Heathrow, TfL and the operators on 14 November 2026. Fares and times change, so confirm before you travel.
Traveller questions
Where do I find a taxi at Heathrow?
At the ranks outside each terminal. Black cabs queue there at any hour.
How much is a taxi from Heathrow to my hotel?
Black cabs charge by the meter. A short hop to a nearby hotel is roughly £10 to £25 (estimate), and it depends on traffic and distance. Transport for London publishes black cab fare information.
Are Heathrow taxis wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Heathrow says all taxis have wheelchair access.
What is the Terminal Drop-Off Charge?
Heathrow charges £7 each time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off area. Ask your driver or booking provider whether it is included in your fare, and pay it online rather than at the terminal.
Can I pre-book a transfer?
Yes. Heathrow's own WeKnow service is fully electric with fixed rates and service desks in all terminal arrivals halls. You can also pre-book a minicab or driver with a provider.