Quick Summary
A taxi from London to Cardiff costs £263 for a saloon (up to 3 passengers) with LondonAirport-Taxi.com, for the 152-mile drive from central London to Cardiff city centre. It usually takes 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes along the M4. An MPV for up to 5 passengers is £374, and the price is fixed when you book — no meter and no surge.
How Much Is a Taxi from London to Cardiff?
The fixed fare from central London to Cardiff city centre is £263 for a saloon, covering about 152 miles. That is the price for the whole car, not per person, so three people sharing pay about £88 each. Fares from other London postcodes are similar and shown before you pay.
London to Cardiff Taxi Fares by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Fare | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 3 | 3 | £263 | £88 |
| Estate | 4 | 4 | £297 | £74 |
| Executive | 3 | 2 | £364 | £121 |
| MPV | 5 | 4 | £374 | £75 |
| 7-seat MPV | 6 | 5 | £399 | £67 |
| 8-seat MPV | 7 | 7 | £431 | £62 |
| Executive MPV | 8 | 7 | £534 | £67 |
Fares are all-in checkout prices at the time of writing, from central London (Covent Garden) to Cardiff city centre (CF10). 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 London to Cardiff is about 152 miles and normally takes 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes. Almost all of it is on the M4, crossing into Wales on the Prince of Wales Bridge over the Severn. The Severn crossings have been free since 2018, so there is no toll to add. Allow extra time around Reading and Newport and in the London rush hours.
Taxi or Train from London to Cardiff?
Great Western Railway runs fast trains from London Paddington to Cardiff Central in about 2 hours, and for one person travelling light the train is usually cheaper. 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 the station. £263 covers the whole car, so three people pay about £88 each, door to door.
London to Cardiff Airport
A taxi from central London to Cardiff Airport is £284 for a saloon (166 miles) and £403 for an MPV.
From Heathrow or Gatwick to Cardiff
Heathrow is on the M4, so it is the quickest London airport for Cardiff and South Wales:
| To | Miles | Saloon | MPV (up to 5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff from Heathrow | 139 | £252 | £355 |
| Cardiff from Gatwick | 166 | £292 | £411 |
| Newport from Heathrow | 137 | £249 | £350 |
See all fares on our Heathrow to Cardiff and Stansted to Cardiff pages.
The Return Journey
A taxi from Cardiff back to central London costs £263 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 London address and drop-off at your exact destination.
- Licensed, DBS-checked drivers in modern vehicles.
- Free child seats: ask for them when you book or on WhatsApp.
- 24/7: early-morning and late-night journeys at the same fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from London to Cardiff?
£263 for a saloon carrying up to 3 passengers, fixed at booking.
The journey is about 152 miles. An estate is £297, an MPV for up to 5 passengers £374, a 7-seat MPV for 6 £399 and an executive MPV for 8 £534.
How long does a taxi from London to Cardiff take?
Usually 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes.
The route is almost all M4. Traffic around Reading, Newport and the London rush hours can add time.
Is there a toll on the way to Cardiff?
No.
The Severn bridge tolls were removed in 2018, so the fare has no crossing charge in it.
Is a taxi from London to Cardiff cheaper than the train?
For one person, the train is usually cheaper; for a group, a taxi can work out close per person.
GWR runs from Paddington to Cardiff Central. A saloon at £263 shared by three is about £88 each, door to door with luggage.
How much is a taxi from London to Cardiff Airport?
£284 for a saloon.
It is about 166 miles from central London. An MPV for up to 5 passengers is £403.
How much is a taxi from Heathrow to Cardiff?
£252 for a saloon.
It includes the Heathrow pick-up charge and 60 minutes of free waiting after landing. Heathrow to Newport is £249.
Can I book a taxi from Cardiff back to London?
Yes, £263 for a saloon.
You can book the return at the same time as the outward journey; each leg is priced separately.
