School run taxi
Regular morning and afternoon runs to schools in and around Kingston, booked by the term or the week. We try to keep the same driver on the same route, so children see a familiar face at the kerb.
Kingston taxis from Clarence Street to wherever you're headed
Kingston Cars runs Kingston taxis and minicabs from our base on Clarence Street, KT1. We handle local trips around Kingston upon Thames, school runs, and pre-booked transfers to every London airport and the main rail termini.
Typical drive times from Clarence Street
- Kingston, KT1Your pick-up
- Heathrow Airport25–35 min
- Gatwick Airport45–55 min
- Waterloo station45–60 min
- London City Airport65–85 min
How booking a minicab in Kingston upon Thames works
There is no app to download and no account to set up. You can book in a couple of minutes online, or speak to someone in our office.
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Tell us the journey
Enter your pick-up, drop-off, date and time in the booking form, or call 020 8546 7000. Add flight numbers, train times or anything the driver should know.
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Agree the price
You see the fare before you confirm. The price is fixed at the time of booking, so heavy traffic on the A3 or a slow queue at the terminal does not change what you pay.
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Meet your driver
Your driver arrives at the agreed time and place. For airport pick-ups you can ask for meet and greet, where the driver waits in arrivals with a name board.
Taxi services for families, travellers and groups
Most of our work is everyday travel: getting children to school, getting people to a flight, getting a group to a wedding. These are the services people ask us for most.
Pet friendly taxi
Trips to the vet, the groomer or kennels with your dog or cat on board.
Hotel transfer taxi
Between Kingston hotels, the airports and central London, timed around check-in.
6 seater taxi
Room for six people and their bags without splitting into two cars.
7 seater taxi
For larger groups heading to the airport, a match or a family event.
Our fleet: pick the car that fits the trip
Choosing the right vehicle at the booking stage saves a lot of stress at the kerb. Here is roughly what each car type takes.
Saloon
- Passengers
- Up to 4
- Luggage
- 2 large cases + 2 small bags
The everyday car for local runs, station drops and solo or couple airport trips.
Executive
- Passengers
- Up to 4
- Luggage
- 2 large cases + 2 small bags
A larger, quieter saloon for business travel, client pick-ups and special occasions.
6 seater MPV
- Passengers
- Up to 6
- Luggage
- 4 large cases + 6 small bags
Two families sharing a ride, or four adults who need proper luggage space.
More about our 6 seater taxi7 to 8 seater MPV
- Passengers
- Up to 7 or 8
- Luggage
- 4 large cases + 6 small bags
Group airport runs, wedding guests and team travel in one vehicle.
More about our 7 seater taxiVehicle photos show the type of car, not a specific vehicle. Luggage figures are typical and depend on case size, so tell us what you are carrying when you book and we will send the right car.
Kingston airport transfers at a glance
Heathrow is the closest airport to Kingston and the trip we run most often. Gatwick is a straightforward motorway run, while Stansted, Luton and London City take longer and need more buffer time before your flight.
| Airport | Typical drive | Typical distance | Usual route |
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| Heathrow | 25–35 min | about 10 miles | Through Hampton and Feltham on the A312 and A30 |
| Gatwick | 45–55 min | about 25 miles | A3 or A243 to the M25, then the M23 |
| London City | 65–85 min | about 22 miles | A3 and the South Circular, then the Blackwall Tunnel |
| Luton | 60–80 min | about 45–50 miles | M25 north to the M1 |
| Stansted | 80–100 min | about 65–70 miles | M25 to the M11 |
Travelling by train instead? We also run to King's Cross, Euston, Paddington, Victoria, Waterloo, Charing Cross and London Bridge.
Why people in Kingston book with us
We are a local firm, not a national app. That means a real office, a phone that gets answered, and drivers who know the one-way system around the Bentall Centre.
A local office on Clarence Street
Our base is in the town centre, KT1 1QT. When you call, you speak to people who know Kingston, not a call centre.
Price agreed before you travel
The fare is fixed when you book. Roadworks on Kingston Bridge or a jam on the M25 do not change it.
Meet and greet on request
For airport collections, ask for meet and greet and your driver will wait in the arrivals hall with your name.
Pay by card
We accept major credit and debit cards, so you do not need to find a cash machine before a 5am airport run.
Bookings around the clock
Early flights and late trains are normal for us. You can book a car for any hour of the day or night.
Areas we cover around Kingston
We pick up across the Royal Borough and the towns just over the borders. Each area page has local pick-up points, routes and typical journey times.
- SurbitonStation and Victoria Road
- New MaldenHigh Street and the A3
- NorbitonKingston Hospital and station
- TolworthThe Broadway and Tolworth Tower
- ChessingtonLeatherhead Road and the A243
- TeddingtonBroad Street and Bushy Park
- Hampton WickJust over Kingston Bridge
- HamHam Common and Ham House
- Thames DittonGiggs Hill Green and station
- EsherHigh Street and Sandown Park
- Worcester ParkCentral Road and station
- WimbledonThe Broadway and the tennis
Not on the list? See all the areas we cover or ask us when you book.
What our passengers say
Travelled with us recently?
We would like to hear how your journey went, good or bad. Email info@kingstoncars.org.uk or tell us when you next call. Feedback goes straight to the office team.
Questions about booking a Kingston cab
More answers are on our full FAQ page, and you can always contact the office directly.
How do I book a taxi in Kingston with you?
Use the booking form on any page of this site, or call our office on 020 8546 7000. Give us your pick-up point, destination, date, time and the number of passengers, and we will confirm the booking.
Can I see the price before I book?
Yes. The booking form shows a fare once you enter your journey. The price is agreed before you travel, so you know what you will pay before the car arrives.
Do you only work inside Kingston upon Thames?
No. Most of our trips start or end in Kingston and the nearby towns, but we also run to all five London airports, the central London rail termini and longer journeys across the South East.
Which car should I book for an airport run with luggage?
For one or two people with a case each, a saloon is fine. For a family with several large cases, choose an estate or a 6 seater. Groups of seven or eight should book a 7 to 8 seater so everyone travels together.
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