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Reading to Gatwick Airport Taxi
Nationwide Cars runs pre-booked Reading to Gatwick taxi transfers to the North and South Terminal, 24 hours a day. A saloon is £105 each way, an executive car £125 and our 8-seat minibus £159, per vehicle (fares shown October 2026). Gatwick's own taxi page gives the journey from Reading as about 1 hour 15 minutes, and you travel door to door with no changes and no luggage to carry through stations.
Book online, by WhatsApp, by phone or by email with your pickup address, terminal and flight details. We monitor your flight and adjust the pickup if you land early or late. Our drivers hold a valid driving licence, are CRB-checked and are trained. Nationwide Cars has 10+ years in business, nearly 5,000 happy customers and a 5.0 rating from 9 Google reviews (September 2026).
Reading to Gatwick by Taxi: Route and Journey Time
The usual route is the M4 east, the M25 south and the M23 into Gatwick, leaving at junction 9 for the airport. Gatwick's official taxi page gives about 1 hour 15 minutes from Reading to the North Terminal in normal conditions. Traffic on the M4 and M25 can add to that, particularly at busy times such as Friday afternoons and holiday weekends, so plan your pickup with a margin instead of the quickest possible run.
Your driver picks the best road on the day. Nobody can promise a motorway arrival time, but your Nationwide Cars fare stays the same however long the journey takes.
When should I book my pickup?
Work backwards from check-in. Take the check-in time your airline recommends, add the journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes, then add a margin for traffic and the queue at the terminal drop-off zone. Book as early as you can, especially for early-morning flights, and call +44 118 430 0212 if your flight is soon.
Reading to Gatwick Taxi Prices
These are our one-way fares from Reading to Gatwick Airport, per vehicle and not per person (shown October 2026). Good to know: meet and greet inside the terminal is free, baby and booster seats are available at £10 each way, and there are no night or bank-holiday surcharges — the fare you see is the fare you pay.
One fare covers Gatwick Airport, so the price does not change between the North and South Terminal. Fares are confirmed on booking. Gatwick charges taxis a drop-off fee at its terminal zones, which operators add to the fare, so ask us when you book how it appears on your quote. See Gatwick's drop-off charge page for the current rules. Collecting from a village or town near Reading? Fares there start from the Reading fare and are confirmed on booking.
| From | To | Car | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | Gatwick Airport | Saloon | £105 |
| Reading | Gatwick Airport | Executive | £125 |
| Reading | Gatwick Airport | Minibus | £159 |
| Gatwick Airport | Reading | Saloon | Ask before booking |
| Gatwick Airport | Reading | Executive | Ask before booking |
| Gatwick Airport | Reading | Minibus | Ask before booking |
Saloon, Executive and Minibus to Gatwick
Tell us how many passengers and bags you have when you book and we will match the vehicle. A saloon is £105 and an executive car is £125. Our minibus is £159, seats 8 passengers and carries 5 to 7 bags, which suits families and groups flying together. Our executive cars include the Mercedes E Class, BMW 5 Series and Lexus ES.
Gatwick North and South Terminal Taxi Transfers
Nationwide Cars serves both Gatwick terminals. Check which one your airline uses on Gatwick's Which terminal page or in your booking, then give us the terminal and flight number when you book. A free 24-hour shuttle links the two terminals.
Gatwick North Terminal taxi
Choose North Terminal as your destination if your flight departs from there. We take you to the North Terminal drop-off zone, and the fare is the same as for the South Terminal.
Gatwick South Terminal taxi
Choose South Terminal in the same way. We take you to the South Terminal drop-off zone at the same fare.
Collecting you from Gatwick
For arrivals, Gatwick's guidance is for private hire drivers to meet passengers at its Short Stay car parks or at the terminal drop-off zones. Ask us for your exact meeting point when you book your Gatwick to Reading taxi, and keep your phone on after landing.
Reading Station and Local Pickups to Gatwick
Nationwide Cars collects and drops off at Reading Station and Tilehurst Station, as well as at home, hotel and office addresses across Reading. Booking a Reading Station to Gatwick taxi? Tell us the station and the time when you book, and we will confirm the details with you.
We also collect from nearby areas, each with its own page: Caversham taxi, Woodley taxi, Tilehurst taxi, Calcot taxi, Pangbourne taxi and Aldermaston taxi. Not sure we cover your address? Call +44 118 430 0212 and we will tell you.
Gatwick to Reading Taxi
Nationwide Cars also runs Gatwick to Reading taxi transfers. Give us your flight number and arrival terminal when you book and we monitor the flight, so your pickup moves if you land early or late. If your flight is delayed by more than three hours, call +44 118 430 0212 and we will rearrange your pickup. Return fares are not listed above, so ask us for the Gatwick to Reading fare before you book.
Taxi, Train, Coach or Uber from Reading to Gatwick
A taxi is the simplest way to reach Gatwick if you have luggage, children or an early flight, because it collects you at your door and takes you to your terminal with no changes. Great Western Railway runs direct trains from Reading to Gatwick Airport station, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes depending on the service, and Gatwick's transport pages list coach operators too. Check National Rail or the operator for times and fares on your travel date.
Uber is priced by the app when you request the ride and fares can change with demand, while a Nationwide Cars fare is confirmed when you book. Uber drivers use their own signposted pick-up areas at Gatwick.
Flying from another airport? See our Reading to Heathrow taxi and Reading to Stansted taxi pages.
Why Book Reading to Gatwick with Nationwide Cars
What you get on every Gatwick transfer.
Fixed Fare
Your Gatwick fare is confirmed when you book, however long the journey takes.
Flight Monitoring
We monitor your flight and adjust the pickup if you land early or late.
North and South Terminal
Transfers to both Gatwick terminals, 24 hours a day.
Book Your Way
Book online, by WhatsApp, by phone or by email.
CRB-Checked Drivers
Drivers hold a valid driving licence, are CRB-checked and are trained.
10+ Years, Rated 5.0
Nearly 5,000 happy customers and a 5.0 rating from 9 Google reviews (September 2026).
Reading to Gatwick Taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from Reading to Gatwick?
A taxi from Reading to Gatwick with Nationwide Cars costs £105 in a saloon, £125 in an executive car and £159 in an 8-seat minibus, one way and per vehicle (fares shown October 2026). The fare is confirmed when you book and does not rise if traffic is heavy. Ask us how Gatwick's terminal drop-off charge appears on your quote.
How long does a taxi from Reading to Gatwick take?
A taxi from Reading to Gatwick takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, according to Gatwick Airport's own taxi page. Nationwide Cars drivers normally use the M4, M25 and M23. Heavy traffic can add time, especially at busy periods, so plan your pickup with a safety margin instead of the quickest possible journey.
What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Gatwick?
The cheapest way depends on your date, group size and luggage, so compare before you book. A Nationwide Cars taxi is one fixed fare per vehicle, which suits people sharing, while rail and coach fares are charged per person. Check National Rail or the coach operator for ticket prices on your travel date.
How much is an Uber from Reading to Gatwick?
Uber sets the price for Reading to Gatwick in its app when you request the ride, and it can change with demand, so we cannot quote it for you. A Nationwide Cars taxi is a fixed fare confirmed at booking: £105 in a saloon, £125 executive and £159 minibus. Check the Uber app for a live price on your date.
Is there a train or coach from Reading to Gatwick?
Yes, Great Western Railway runs direct trains from Reading to Gatwick Airport station, taking roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes depending on the service, and Gatwick lists coach operators too. Check National Rail or the operator for your date. Nationwide Cars is the door-to-door alternative with no changes, collecting you from your address or Reading Station.
Do you monitor my flight?
Yes, Nationwide Cars monitors your flight, so your pickup adjusts if you land early or late and you are not left waiting without a car. If your flight is delayed by more than three hours, call +44 118 430 0212 and we will rearrange your pickup. Give us your flight number when you book.
Do you cover both Gatwick North and South Terminal?
Yes, Nationwide Cars runs Reading to Gatwick transfers to both the North Terminal and the South Terminal. Give us your flight number when you book and check your terminal with your airline or on Gatwick's website. The fare is for Gatwick Airport, so it does not change between terminals.
Can I book a Gatwick to Reading taxi too?
Yes, Nationwide Cars runs Gatwick to Reading taxi transfers, so call or message us to arrange your return. Return fares are not listed online, so ask us for the Gatwick to Reading price before you confirm. Give us your flight number and arrival terminal so we can monitor your arrival.
Can I book a minibus to Gatwick for a group?
Yes, Nationwide Cars has a minibus that seats 8 passengers and carries 5 to 7 bags, at £159 one way from Reading to Gatwick (fares shown October 2026). It suits families and groups flying together. Tell us how many passengers and bags you have when you book so we can confirm the right vehicle.
Do you pick up from Reading Station?
Yes, Nationwide Cars does pickups and drop-offs at Reading Station and Tilehurst Station. Tell us the station and the time when you book and we will confirm the details with you. A Reading Station to Gatwick taxi costs the Reading fare: £105 in a saloon, £125 executive or £159 minibus.
How can I pay for my Gatwick taxi?
We accept all major credit and debit cards. You can book online, by WhatsApp, by phone or by email, 24 hours a day, and we confirm the fare when you book.
What if I need to cancel my Gatwick taxi?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your booked time. If your plans change closer to the time, call +44 118 430 0212 and we will tell you where you stand.
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