Paddington Taxi & Minicabs (W2) — Fixed Fares, 24/7
Need a taxi in Paddington? One2One Cars sends a pre-booked minicab to Paddington station, Paddington Basin, St Mary’s Hospital and anywhere else in W2 — with the fare agreed before the car arrives. No meter, no surge, and flights are tracked for free on airport runs. Book at Book Now or call 020 7121 8888.
Paddington is in the City of Westminster, north of Hyde Park, with Bayswater, Little Venice, Maida Vale and Lancaster Gate around it. Our Paddington cabs are TfL-licensed private hire cars; the company has held its London licence since 1999 and is ISO 9001 accredited, and our head office is close by on the Harrow Road.
Paddington taxi fares to the airports
Fixed airport fares from W2 (Bayswater, Water Gardens, Hyde Park and Lancaster Gate area). These are the fares for the W2 district, not a Paddington-only price list:
| Airport | Fixed fare from W2 |
|---|---|
| Heathrow Terminals 1–4 | £46 |
| Heathrow Terminal 5 | £50 |
| London City Airport | £46 |
| Luton Airport | £68 |
| Gatwick Airport | £92 |
| Stansted Airport | £92 |
Fares are a guide from our Booking Terms and subject to change — confirm your live quote at Book Now.
Where do I meet my minicab at Paddington Station?
Paddington is big and busy, so pre-book and tell us which side you will be on. The Praed Street side and the Eastbourne Terrace side both work; give us your train, the end of the concourse you will be near and your phone number, and the driver confirms the exact meeting point before you arrive. For a Paddington taxi collection after a late train, book ahead and we track the arrival.
- Paddington station — Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, Bakerloo, Circle and District lines, and mainline trains west.
- Paddington Basin — the canal-side offices and apartments beside the station.
- St Mary’s Hospital — on South Wharf Road, where Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin.
- Little Venice — the canal junction a short run north-west.
- Hyde Park — the park’s north edge, near Lancaster Gate.
The streets around the station are one-way in places and often congested, which is why we ask for a precise meeting point rather than letting you hunt for a car among the taxis and delivery vans. Hotel guests nearby on Praed Street and Sussex Gardens can be collected from the hotel door instead, and anyone staying around the Basin can be met at the building entrance.
How long do journeys from Paddington take?
These times are estimates only and depend on traffic and the hour.
| Route | Typical journey time |
|---|---|
| Paddington to King’s Cross St Pancras | 15–30 minutes |
| Paddington to the City / Bank | 25–45 minutes |
| Paddington to Heathrow Airport | 35–60 minutes |
| Paddington to Luton Airport | 40–65 minutes |
| Paddington to London City Airport | 40–65 minutes |
Early Heathrow departures and late-night arrivals into the station are the bookings we see most often from W2.
Paddington airport transfers
Heathrow is the closest airport, and every one of the six is covered with live flight tracking:
- Heathrow Airport transfers — 35–60 minutes from W2.
- London City Airport transfers — 40–65 minutes.
- Luton Airport transfers — 40–65 minutes.
- Gatwick Airport transfers
- Stansted Airport transfers
- Southend Airport transfers
Travellers arriving at Paddington on the Elizabeth line or a Great Western train can also book a car on to King’s Cross St Pancras or Euston for a connecting service, which is quicker and simpler than a Tube change with heavy luggage. Tell us the train time and we do the rest.
Other trips we handle from W2
- Local taxi and minicab trips around Paddington, Bayswater and Maida Vale.
- Baby, child and booster seats, requested when you book.
- Wheelchair-accessible vehicles, on request by phone.
- 8-seater minicabs for groups arriving by train.
- Executive airport transfers for business travellers.
- Long-distance minicab journeys priced before you set off.
Paddington’s offices and hotels can open a corporate account for monthly invoicing.
Paddington taxi questions
Heathrow Express or a taxi from Paddington?
The Heathrow Express is quick station to station, while a booked car takes you door to door with your bags and no changes. The W2 fixed fare to Heathrow Terminals 1–4 is shown in the table above.
How much is a taxi from Paddington to Heathrow?
The fixed fare from W2 is £46 to Terminals 1–4 and £50 to Terminal 5, confirmed at booking. It is a district fare guide, so check your live quote at Book Now.
Can I book a car to St Mary’s Hospital?
Yes. St Mary’s is a regular pickup and drop-off, along with Paddington Basin and Little Venice. Tell us the entrance when you book.
Do you operate overnight in Paddington?
Yes, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including nights and public holidays.
Do you cover Bayswater, Little Venice and Maida Vale?
Yes, all of W2 and the surrounding streets, including Bayswater, Little Venice, Warwick Avenue and Lancaster Gate.
Can a group book one car from Paddington?
Yes. A 6-seater or 8-seater takes larger parties, and an estate suits heavy luggage. Give us numbers and bags at booking.
Nearby areas we cover
- Bayswater taxis & minicabs
- Lancaster Gate minicabs
- Little Venice minicabs
- Warwick Avenue minicabs
- Maida Vale minicabs
See the rest of our London coverage on the areas page.
Book your Paddington taxi
Get your Paddington price at Book Now or ring 020 7121 8888, any hour. Cancellation is free up to 4 hours before pickup, subject to our Booking Terms.
