Gatwick to Heathrow private taxi transfer from £135 – all inclusive

Gatwick to Heathrow Transfer: Fixed Price Taxi from LGW to LHR

If you need to get from Gatwick to Heathrow, a pre-booked private transfer is the simplest way to make the connection. This page covers one direction only: Gatwick Airport to Heathrow Airport. Carrot Cars offers a fixed price Gatwick to Heathrow transfer from £135 for up to 4 passengers, including airport parking and drop off charges.

Instead of dragging cases through stations, changing train services in London, or trying to manage a tight connection with luggage, you can be met at Gatwick, helped with your bags, and driven straight to your Heathrow terminal in a premium vehicle. It is a calm, practical option for families, business travellers, couples with luggage, and anyone trying to protect a flight connection. Or if you prefer to travel directly from Gatwick to London, then feel free to book our trusted cab service.

Gatwick to Heathrow private transfer from £135

Our Gatwick to Heathrow taxi service starts from £135 for up to 4 passengers. That means a full car can work out from just £33.75 per person. For many travellers, especially groups, that is a very reasonable price for a door-to-door airport transfer with no train changes, no platform stress, and no uncertainty about how to get to the right terminal.

Your Carrot Cars driver will meet you at Gatwick, help with luggage, and take you directly to Heathrow in a premium, modern vehicle. This is not a shared shuttle. It is a private airport transfer built around your journey.

nfographic comparing Gatwick to Heathrow travel by Carrot Cars and by train, showing a direct 50 minute car journey versus a train route with changes via Victoria and Paddington taking around 2.5 hours.

Carrot Cars offers a direct Gatwick to Heathrow transfer in around 50 minutes, compared with a longer train journey involving changes via Victoria and Paddington

Why book a taxi from Gatwick Airport to Heathrow Airport?

The biggest advantage is simplicity. One booking. One driver. One vehicle. One direct journey.

You do not need to work out train changes. You do not need to move heavy luggage between services. You do not need to worry about whether a delayed train will start a chain reaction on the rest of your day. If your goal is to get from Gatwick to Heathrow with as little hassle as possible, a pre-booked private transfer is the straightforward answer.

Carrot Cars is especially useful if:

  • you have checked luggage
  • you are travelling with children
  • you are travelling with a partner or group
  • you have a same day onward flight
  • you simply want a smoother and more professional experience

Why many travellers choose Carrot Cars instead of the train

Train travel may work for some people, but this particular airport-to-airport journey often becomes more tiring than it first sounds. Once luggage, train changes, platform walks, waiting time, and the pressure of an onward flight are added in, the journey can feel far less convenient than it looked on paper.

That is why many travellers choose a private transfer from Gatwick to Heathrow instead. You are picked up at the airport, helped with your luggage, and driven directly to the correct Heathrow terminal in one vehicle. No changes. No dragging cases through London. No second guessing whether the next part of the trip will run smoothly.

Private transfer

Best for comfort, luggage, families, business travel, and tighter connections. Fixed price. Direct route. Meet and greet available.

Train

Suitable for some travellers, but often less convenient when you are carrying luggage, travelling with children, or trying to keep the transfer simple and stress free.

Professional Carrot Cars driver in a suit with an orange tie standing beside a black car at the airport.

A professional Carrot Cars driver ready for airport pickup in a black vehicle and an orange tie.

No dragging luggage through London

This is one of the main reasons people choose a taxi from Gatwick to Heathrow. Rail based routes can look manageable when you check them on a screen, but the real life version can feel very different when you are tired, carrying cases, travelling with children, or trying not to miss a flight. A private transfer removes that problem completely.

You are picked up at Gatwick and dropped at the correct Heathrow terminal. No extra walk. No hunting for the right platform. No second guessing.

Meet and greet at Gatwick

If you are arriving at Gatwick, our driver can meet you inside the airport and help you from arrivals to the car. That is particularly useful after a long flight, if you are travelling with family, or if you simply want the journey to feel easy from the moment you land.

You can also read more about our Gatwick meet and greet service, our full Gatwick airport transfer service, and our Heathrow airport transfer service.

Premium vehicles and professional drivers

Carrot Cars is built around premium airport travel. Our drivers are professional, helpful, and experienced. Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and suitable for travellers who want a service that feels organised and reliable.

If you are searching for a Gatwick to Heathrow transfer because you want the journey handled properly, this is exactly where a pre booked service makes the difference.

Best for groups, families and business travellers

A taxi from Gatwick to Heathrow is not only for luxury travel. It is often the most sensible option for people who want to protect time, reduce stress, and travel in comfort.

For groups of up to 4 passengers, the starting price becomes even more attractive when split between the car. For business travellers, it is the simplest way to avoid delays and keep the journey predictable. For families, it often saves a huge amount of effort.

FAQ: Gatwick to Heathrow transfer

How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Heathrow?

Carrot Cars prices for a Gatwick to Heathrow transfer start from £135 for up to 4 passengers, including airport parking and drop off charges.

How long does a Gatwick to Heathrow transfer take?

Journey time depends on traffic, terminal, and pickup timing, but a private transfer is usually the fastest and simplest way to make the trip by road.

Is a taxi from Gatwick to Heathrow better than the train?

For travellers with luggage, children, or a flight connection, many people find a private taxi easier and less stressful than rail travel. The main benefit is the direct airport to terminal journey.

Where will the driver meet me at Gatwick?

If you book a meet and greet service, your driver can meet you in arrivals and guide you to the vehicle.

Does the price include airport charges?

Yes. Our Gatwick to Heathrow starting price includes airport parking and drop-off charges.

Can Carrot Cars drop me at any Heathrow terminal?

Yes. We can take you to Heathrow Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, or Terminal 5, depending on your booking.

Is there any other way to travel from Gatwick to Heathrow?

Yes, some travellers also look at coach services, but if your priority is comfort, direct travel, and avoiding unnecessary hassle, a private transfer is usually the smoother option.

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Travellers often search for this journey in different ways, including gatwick to heathrow, Gatwick Airport to Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick to London Heathrow, London Gatwick LGW to London Heathrow LHR, and Gatwick to Heathrow transfer. This page is written specifically for people looking for a private airport taxi on that route, not a general guide to every transport option in London.

Book your Gatwick to Heathrow transfer

If you want the simplest way to get from Gatwick to Heathrow, book your airport transfer with Carrot Cars. You will get a fixed price, a direct journey, professional service, and a much easier connection between the two airports.

See all of our London airport transfers, or book through our Gatwick and Heathrow service pages.

For official airport information, you can also check the Heathrow guide for travel between airports and the official Gatwick pickup information.

CHOOSE THE VEHICLE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

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Max 4 Passengers & max 2 Bags

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PREMIUM CARROT 🥕

Max 4 Passengers & max 2 Bags

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BIGGER BOOT CARROT 🥕

Max 4 Passengers & max 3 bags

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Max 6 Passengers & max 2 bags and 2 cabin bags OR 4 Passengers & max 6 bags

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XXL CARROT 🥕

Max 8 Passengers & 6 Bags or 4 Passengers and 8 Bags