Quick Summary
A taxi from Eastbourne to London costs £154 for a saloon (up to 3 passengers) with LondonAirport-Taxi.com, for the 79-mile journey to central London. It usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes via the A22 and M23. An MPV for up to 5 passengers is £222, and the price is fixed when you book — no meter and no surge.
How Much Is a Taxi from Eastbourne to London?
The fixed fare from Eastbourne to central London is £154 for a saloon, covering about 79 miles. That is the price for the whole car, not per person, so three people sharing pay about £51 each. Fares to other London postcodes are similar and shown before you pay.
Eastbourne to London Taxi Fares by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Fare | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 3 | 3 | £154 | £51 |
| Estate | 4 | 4 | £174 | £44 |
| Executive | 3 | 2 | £218 | £73 |
| MPV | 5 | 4 | £222 | £44 |
| 7-seat MPV | 6 | 5 | £241 | £40 |
| 8-seat MPV | 7 | 7 | £267 | £38 |
| Executive MPV | 8 | 7 | £335 | £42 |
Fares are all-in checkout prices at the time of writing, to central London (Covent Garden). Groups of 9 to 16 book online as two vehicles travelling together; for a single minibus, ask us on WhatsApp.
Route and Journey Time
The drive from Eastbourne to London is about 79 miles and normally takes 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes, mostly via the A22 and M23. Allow extra time on Friday afternoons and in the London rush hours. Your driver takes you door to door, so there is no change of trains and no carrying luggage through stations.
Taxi or Train from Eastbourne to London?
Southern runs from Eastbourne to London Victoria. The train is usually cheaper for one person travelling light. A taxi makes more sense for families and groups, for heavy luggage, for early or late journeys, and when you are going to an address rather than a station, because the fare covers the whole car and takes you to the door.
Going to an Airport Instead?
If you are flying, you can go straight to the airport rather than into central London:
| From Eastbourne | Miles | Saloon | MPV (up to 5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 89 | £176 | £250 |
| Gatwick | 49 | £119 | £169 |
See all fares on our Eastbourne to Gatwick pages.
The Return Journey
A taxi from London back to Eastbourne costs £154 for a saloon. You can book both directions at once; each leg has its own fixed fare.
What’s Included
- Fixed fare: agreed when you book, whatever the traffic.
- Door to door: collection from your address and drop-off at your destination.
- Licensed, DBS-checked drivers in modern vehicles.
- Child seats on request (free of charge), booked in advance.
- 24/7: early-morning and late-night journeys at the same fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Eastbourne to London?
£154 for a saloon carrying up to 3 passengers, fixed at booking.
The journey is about 79 miles. An estate is £174, an MPV for up to 5 passengers £222, a 7-seat MPV for 6 £241 and an executive MPV for 8 £335.
How long does a taxi from Eastbourne to London take?
Usually 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes.
The route is mostly via the A22 and M23. Traffic on Friday afternoons and in the London rush hours can add time.
Is a taxi from Eastbourne to London cheaper than the train?
For one person, the train is usually cheaper; for a group, a taxi can work out close per person.
Southern runs from Eastbourne to London Victoria. A saloon at £154 shared by three is about £51 each, door to door with luggage.
How much is a taxi from Eastbourne to Heathrow or Gatwick?
£176 to Heathrow and £119 to Gatwick for a saloon.
Both include airport charges, and the price is fixed when you book.
Can I book a taxi from London back to Eastbourne?
Yes, £154 for a saloon.
You can book the return at the same time as the outward journey; each leg is priced separately.
Can a large group travel from Eastbourne to London together?
Up to 8 passengers fit in one executive MPV (£335); 9 to 16 travel in two vehicles booked together.
For a single minibus, ask us on WhatsApp for a quote.
