Coulsdon Taxis
Coulsdon taxis for airport runs, station trips and local journeys. Coulsdon is at the southern tip of the borough, right by the M23 and M25, which makes it the quickest part of Croydon for getting to Gatwick by car.
- Close to Gatwick
- Fixed fares
- 24/7
Coulsdon at a glance
Coulsdon combines a busy small town centre with open downland on all sides.
Coulsdon South station
Thameslink and Southern trains on the main line towards London and Gatwick.
Coulsdon Town station
On the other side of the valley, with trains towards Tattenham Corner and London.
Farthing Downs
Open chalk downland with long views, popular for walks.
Cane Hill
The large housing development on the former hospital site, above the town.
The closest part of Croydon to Gatwick
From Coulsdon, the M23 starts almost on your doorstep, so Gatwick is often 20 to 35 minutes away by car. That is why so many of our Coulsdon bookings are airport runs, especially early-morning departures. Our Croydon to Gatwick taxi page covers both terminals and what to expect at drop-off.
The M25 for Heathrow and Luton
The M25 at junction 7 is just as close, which gives Coulsdon a quick motorway route to Heathrow and, further round, to Luton. For long trips like these, we suggest a pickup time when you book based on your flight time.
Local journeys around Coulsdon
Coulsdon is spread out across hills and valleys, so walking between Coulsdon South, the town centre and the homes up at Cane Hill or along Chipstead Valley Road can take a while. We do plenty of local trips, including station runs, shopping and visits to friends in neighbouring Purley.
Walks on Farthing Downs
Farthing Downs and the valleys around it are lovely for walking. If you don't drive, we can drop you at the start of a walk and collect you later. Bringing a dog? Ask for our pet friendly taxi.
Groups and families
For families with luggage, a 6 seater taxi or a 7 seater taxi keeps everyone together on the way to the airport. Child seats are available on request.
Coulsdon to airports and stations
Typical times by road from Coulsdon. Please check these when you book, as traffic varies.
| From Coulsdon to | Typical time | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Airport | 20–35 min | Gatwick taxi |
| Heathrow Airport | 40–60 min | Heathrow taxi |
| Luton Airport | 65–90 min | Luton taxi |
| Waterloo | 55–75 min | Waterloo taxi |
Estimates only, not guaranteed.
Booking tips for Coulsdon
A few practical things that help journeys from Coulsdon go smoothly.
Early Gatwick departures
Because Gatwick is so close to Coulsdon, people sometimes leave it late to book. For early morning flights in the school holidays, book a day or two ahead to get your preferred time.
Which station?
Coulsdon has more than one station. If we are collecting you from a train, tell us whether it is Coulsdon South or Coulsdon Town, as they are on different sides of the valley.
Hills and downs
Roads up to Cane Hill, Chipstead Valley and the downs are steep and winding. A car from the station saves a long uphill walk, especially with bags.
Heading the other way
Coulsdon is also handy for trips south into Surrey and Sussex. If your journey is not to an airport or London, just give us the address and we will quote a fixed fare.
Also covering Purley, Sanderstead and South Croydon
We work across the whole borough. See the full list on our areas we cover page.
Call, WhatsApp or email the office. We take bookings around the clock and confirm every fare before you travel.
Coulsdon taxi questions
How long does it take to get from Coulsdon to Gatwick by taxi?
Typically 20 to 35 minutes, as the M23 is very close.
Can you pick up from Cane Hill?
Yes. We pick up across Coulsdon, including Cane Hill and the surrounding estates.
Do you collect from Coulsdon South station?
Yes. Give us your train time and we will meet you there.
Can you drop me at Farthing Downs for a walk?
Yes, and we can collect you afterwards at a time you choose.
