Quick Summary
A taxi from London to Guildford costs £85 for a saloon (up to 3 passengers) with LondonAirport-Taxi.com, for the 33-mile journey to Guildford. It usually takes 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes via the A3. An MPV for up to 5 passengers is £126, and the price is fixed when you book — no meter and no surge.
How Much Is a Taxi from London to Guildford?
The fixed fare from central London to Guildford is £85 for a saloon, covering about 33 miles. That is the price for the whole car, not per person, so three people sharing pay about £28 each. Fares to other London postcodes are similar and shown before you pay.
London to Guildford Taxi Fares by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Fare | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 3 | 3 | £85 | £28 |
| Estate | 4 | 4 | £97 | £24 |
| Executive | 3 | 2 | £126 | £42 |
| MPV | 5 | 4 | £126 | £25 |
| 7-seat MPV | 6 | 5 | £142 | £24 |
| 8-seat MPV | 7 | 7 | £164 | £23 |
| Executive MPV | 8 | 7 | £210 | £26 |
Fares are all-in checkout prices at the time of writing, from 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 London to Guildford is about 33 miles and normally takes 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, mostly via the A3. 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 London to Guildford?
South Western Railway runs from Waterloo to Guildford. 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 Guildford | Miles | Saloon | MPV (up to 5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 27 | £83 | £121 |
| Gatwick | 35 | £98 | £140 |
See all fares on our Guildford to Heathrow, Guildford to Gatwick and Guildford to Southend pages.
The Return Journey
A taxi from Guildford back to London costs £85 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 (£15 each), booked in advance.
- 24/7: early-morning and late-night journeys at the same fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from London to Guildford?
£85 for a saloon carrying up to 3 passengers, fixed at booking.
The journey is about 33 miles. An estate is £97, an MPV for up to 5 passengers £126, a 7-seat MPV for 6 £142 and an executive MPV for 8 £210.
How long does a taxi from London to Guildford take?
Usually 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes.
The route is mostly via the A3. Traffic on Friday afternoons and in the London rush hours can add time.
Is a taxi from London to Guildford cheaper than the train?
For one person, the train is usually cheaper; for a group, a taxi can work out close per person.
South Western Railway runs from Waterloo to Guildford. A saloon at £85 shared by three is about £28 each, door to door with luggage.
How much is a taxi from Guildford to Heathrow or Gatwick?
£83 to Heathrow and £98 to Gatwick for a saloon.
Both include airport charges, and the price is fixed when you book.
Can I book a taxi from Guildford back to London?
Yes, £85 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 London to Guildford together?
Up to 8 passengers fit in one executive MPV (£210); 9 to 16 travel in two vehicles booked together.
For a single minibus, ask us on WhatsApp for a quote.
