Saloon
Toyota Prius or similar
- 4 passengers
- 2 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£149
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Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London TaxiFixed price from £149
Gatwick to ExCeL London is a straightforward run of about 49 miles. Most passengers book it rather than change trains with luggage, particularly on late arrivals when the rail connection thins out.
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- TfL licensedLicence no. 11857
- Flight trackedDelays cost you nothing
- 45 min free waitingAfter you land
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Gatwick Airport
ExCeL London
Greater London
from£149
Saloon, one way — all vehicle prices below
Saloon4 passengers · 2 large · 2 small cases£149
Estate4 passengers · 3 large · 2 small cases£173
Executive4 passengers · 2 large · 2 small cases£198
MPV5 passengers · 4 large · 2 small cases£222
8 Seater7 passengers · 6 large · 6 small cases£270
How your pickup works
What your Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London transfer includes
We cover the exhibition halls and the hotels beside the dock. The driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board, helps with the bags and takes the quickest route by road. If your flight lands early or late, the pickup moves with it — we track the flight number you give us at booking.
- You landWe track your flight, so an early or late landing is covered
- Your driver is waitingIn arrivals with a name board, after you clear customs
- Help with the bagsStraight to a clean, air-conditioned car
- Door to doorTo your address in ExCeL London, at the fixed price
- Meet and greetInside the arrivals hall
- 45 min free waitingFrom the moment you land
- Flight trackedDelays cost you nothing
- All charges includedParking, tolls and ULEZ
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Route and arrival guide
Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London: what to expect
Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London is about 49 miles by road, typically 65–85 minutes door to door. A saloon costs £149 one way, about £38 each when four of you share it. Seven travelling together pay £270 for the eight-seater — around £39 per person.
Gatwick Airport is the fourth closest of London's five airports to ExCeL London; the closest is London City Airport, about 2 miles away. For comparison, the saloon fare from the other airports is London City £63, Stansted £114 and Luton £148.
The same fixed fare structure covers neighbouring places such as Canning Town, Plaistow and Royal Docks. The nearest railway station to the centre is Custom House station, less than half a mile away, with Charlton also close by. Well-known places in and around ExCeL London include The O2 Arena, Ravensbourne University London and Royal Victoria Dock Bridge.
Flying into Gatwick Airport? Tell us your terminal when you book and the driver meets you in that arrivals hall — see the North Terminal or South Terminal guides.
Prices by vehicle
Pick the vehicle by luggage, not by headcount — six people with six large cases need the eight-seater, not the six-seat MPV.
Estate
VW Passat Estate or similar
- 4 passengers
- 3 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£173
Executive
Mercedes S-Class or similar
- 4 passengers
- 2 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£198
MPV
Mercedes V-Class or similar
- 5 passengers
- 4 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£222
8 Seater
Mercedes Vito or similar
- 7 passengers
- 6 large cases
- 6 small cases
One way£270
Guide prices for the ExCeL London area. The exact postcode, the time of travel and any extra stops can change the final figure, so confirm it when you book.
What passengers say
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“Excellent service! The driver was punctual, polite, and the ride was very comfortable. Highly recommend.”
“Great service, on time, and very professional. Clean car and smooth ride. Highly recommend!”
“Really happy with the service! The driver was on time and very polite. The ride was smooth, and the car was neat and comfortable. It made my airport journey completely stress free.”
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Confirmed price, a named driver and a car waiting when you land. Tell us the flight number and we track it from there.
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- 45 minutes free waiting
Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London: common questions
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A pre-booked saloon is £149 one way for up to four passengers. An MPV for five is £222 and an eight-seater is £270. The price is fixed when you book and includes tolls, parking and airport charges.
How long does it take to get from Gatwick to ExCeL London?
Allow 65–85 minutes for the 49-mile journey. That is a realistic door-to-door estimate rather than a best case; add time if you are travelling into the morning or evening peak around the M25 and M23.
How far is ExCeL London from Gatwick Airport?
ExCeL London is about 49 miles from Gatwick by road.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Nothing, as far as the fare is concerned. We track your flight and move the pickup to the actual landing time. You get 45 minutes of free waiting after that before any waiting charge applies.
Where does the driver meet me at Gatwick?
In the arrivals hall of the North or South Terminal, whichever you land at, holding a name board, after you clear customs. The driver's number is sent to you before landing if you would rather call directly.
Can I book a return from ExCeL London to Gatwick?
Yes. Return journeys are booked the same way and priced the same as the outbound leg. Tell us your check-in time and we will work the pickup back from it.
How much is a taxi from Gatwick Airport to ExCeL London per person?
A saloon is £149 one way for up to four passengers, about £38 each when four share. The eight-seater is £270, about £39 each for a group of seven. Prices are fixed when you book.
Which London airport is closest to ExCeL London?
London City Airport is the closest of London's five airports to ExCeL London, about 2 miles by road. Gatwick Airport is about 49 miles away.
Which airport is cheapest for a taxi to ExCeL London?
London City Airport is the cheapest, with a saloon from £63. From Gatwick Airport the saloon is £149. All five London airports are covered at fixed prices.
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