Croydon to Heathrow Taxi

Which way does the driver go to Heathrow?

There are two sensible routes from Croydon, and the driver picks the one that suits the time of day. The first heads west on local roads through Sutton, Cheam and Kingston, then on towards Hounslow and the airport's southern side. It is often the shorter option in miles. The second runs down the A23 to the M25 at junction 7 and follows the motorway round to the airport. It is longer, but when the motorway is clear it can be steadier, especially for early departures.

For Terminals 4 and 5 the motorway route usually leaves at junction 14. For Terminals 2 and 3, drivers normally use junction 15 and the short M4 spur into the central terminal area. You don't need to plan any of this – just tell us your terminal and flight time and we will build in enough time for the traffic you are likely to meet.

Getting to Heathrow from different parts of the borough

Where you live in Croydon makes a real difference to the first part of the trip. If you are collected in Purley or Coulsdon, the M25 is only a few minutes away, so the motorway is the natural choice. From the north of the borough – Thornton Heath, Norbury or Selhurst – the cross-country route through Mitcham and Sutton often makes more sense. Either way, the fare we give you is the fare you pay.

Drop-off and pickup at the terminals

On the way out, your driver takes you to the departures forecourt for your terminal. Heathrow charges vehicles for using the terminal drop-off zones, so ask the office how this is shown in your quote when you book. On the way back, the driver parks in the short-stay car park and comes into the arrivals hall with a name board, so you are not hunting around the forecourt with a trolley.

Which terminal am I flying from?

British Airways flies mostly from Terminal 5, with some flights from Terminal 3. Other airlines are spread across Terminals 2, 3 and 4, and they sometimes move. The safest thing is to check your booking confirmation and give us the terminal printed on it.

Who books this journey

Most of our Heathrow passengers are families heading off on holiday, people flying long-haul with heavy cases, and business travellers who want to work or rest on the way. Bigger groups often choose a 6 seater taxi or a 7 seater taxi so everyone and all the luggage travel together. If you are staying the night before an early flight, we can also take you to one of the airport hotels with our hotel transfer taxi service.