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Reading Station Taxi: Pre-Booked Pickups and Drop-Offs
Nationwide Cars runs pre-booked taxi transfers to and from Reading Station, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you need a taxi from Reading Station when your train arrives, or a taxi to Reading Station for an early departure, book ahead online, by phone, on WhatsApp or by email, and your fare is fixed for the booking.
We also collect and drop off at Tilehurst Station. Our drivers hold a valid driving licence, are CRB-checked and are trained, and we have served Reading for 10+ years, with nearly 5,000 happy customers and more than 25,000 miles driven.
Why Book Your Reading Station Taxi With Nationwide Cars
- Pre-booked, fixed fare. Your fare is fixed for your booking and confirmed before you travel.
- Open 24/7. Early trains and late arrivals are covered, every day of the week.
- Two stations. We do pickups and drop-offs at Reading Station and Tilehurst Station.
- Checked drivers. Valid driving licence, CRB-checked and trained.
- Pay your way. Cash (GBP or Euro), cards, PayPal, Stripe and Bitcoin.
Taxi From Reading Station and Taxi To Reading Station
Arriving by train? Book your Nationwide Cars taxi in advance and tell us your arrival time and where you are heading: home in Reading or Tilehurst, a hotel, or an airport. Station pickups are pre-booked, so your journey is arranged before you travel.
Catching an early train or arriving home late? We run 24/7, so a pre-booked taxi to Reading Station works at any hour. Book as far ahead as you like and we collect you from your door.
We also do pickups and drop-offs at Tilehurst Station. Tell us which station you need when you book. Living nearby? See our Tilehurst taxi page.
To keep your pickup smooth, tell us the station and your train time when you book.
Reading Station Airport Taxi
Many train passengers connect to an airport from Reading Station, and Nationwide Cars runs fixed-fare transfers to all five London airports. Fares below are from prices confirmed October 2026 and are confirmed again when you book. See each route in full: Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and London City.
| From | To | Car | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading Station | Heathrow Airport | Saloon | From £65 |
| Reading Station | Heathrow Airport | Executive | From £85 |
| Reading Station | Heathrow Airport | Minibus | From £95 |
| Reading Station | Gatwick Airport | Saloon | From £105 |
| Reading Station | Gatwick Airport | Executive | From £125 |
| Reading Station | Gatwick Airport | Minibus | From £159 |
| Reading Station | Stansted Airport | Saloon | From £140 |
| Reading Station | Stansted Airport | Executive | Ask us for pricing |
| Reading Station | Stansted Airport | Minibus | Ask us for pricing |
| Reading Station | Luton Airport | Saloon | From £95 |
| Reading Station | Luton Airport | Executive | Ask us for pricing |
| Reading Station | Luton Airport | Minibus | Ask us for pricing |
| Reading Station | London City Airport | Saloon | From £160 |
| Reading Station | London City Airport | Executive | Ask us for pricing |
| Reading Station | London City Airport | Minibus | Ask us for pricing |
| Heathrow Airport | Reading Station | Saloon, Executive or Minibus | Ask before booking |
| Gatwick Airport | Reading Station | Saloon, Executive or Minibus | Ask before booking |
| Stansted Airport | Reading Station | Saloon, Executive or Minibus | Ask before booking |
| Luton Airport | Reading Station | Saloon, Executive or Minibus | Ask before booking |
| London City Airport | Reading Station | Saloon, Executive or Minibus | Ask before booking |
Gatwick quotes about 1h 15m by taxi from Reading on its own site. For Heathrow terminal and drop-off information, see Heathrow's official taxi page.
Nationwide Cars fares from Reading to Heathrow start at £65 for a saloon, £85 for an Executive car and £95 for a minibus, confirmed October 2026 and again when you book. Heathrow is about 27 miles from Reading, and the fare is fixed for your booking.
A Nationwide Cars taxi from Reading to Heathrow covers about 27 miles and typically takes 30 to 45 minutes, in line with the official Heathrow guidance for Reading. Traffic varies by time of day, so tell us your flight time when you book and we agree a pickup that leaves you room.
Taxi From Reading Station to Local Areas
Nationwide Cars also runs local journeys from Reading Station across Reading and the surrounding villages, including Caversham, Tilehurst, Woodley, Earley, Whitley, Shinfield and Winnersh. Local fares are confirmed on booking, because the price depends on where you are going.
Door-to-door journeys within Reading and nearby villages, 24 hours a day, not only airport runs.
Our Executive tier is available on request for business travel. Ask us for pricing on local Executive journeys.
Our minibus seats 8 passengers and carries 5 to 7 bags. Airport minibus fares start from £95 (Heathrow), confirmed October 2026.
How to Book a Reading Station Taxi
Book your Reading Station taxi on our Book Now page, call +44 118 430 0212, message us on WhatsApp or email info@nationwidecars.co.uk. Tell us the station, your train time and your destination, and your fare is confirmed when you book.
Cancellation: airport pickups need at least 3 hours notice and local pickups at least 45 minutes, and cancelling within those windows gets you a full refund.
Payment: cash (GBP or Euro), Visa, MasterCard, Solo, Visa Electron, PayPal, Stripe and Bitcoin.
Reading Station Taxi FAQs
Are there taxis at Reading Station?
Nationwide Cars is a pre-booked taxi service, so you book your Reading Station taxi in advance rather than hailing one on the day. Book online, call +44 118 430 0212, message us on WhatsApp or email, and we arrange your pickup. We run 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Is it better to book a taxi in advance?
Yes. Nationwide Cars recommends pre-booking your Reading Station taxi so your journey and fixed fare are agreed before you travel, whether you are arriving by train or leaving early. Book online, by phone, on WhatsApp or by email, at any hour of the day or night.
How do I get a taxi from Reading Station?
Book a Nationwide Cars taxi from Reading Station on our Book Now page, by calling +44 118 430 0212, on WhatsApp or by email. Tell us the station, your train arrival time and where you are going, and your fare is confirmed when you book.
Do you pick up from Tilehurst Station as well?
Yes. Nationwide Cars does pickups and drop-offs at both Reading Station and Tilehurst Station. Tell us which station you need when you book and we arrange your journey. Local fares are confirmed on booking, and airport fares start from £65 to Heathrow.
How much is a taxi in Reading?
Local fares with Nationwide Cars are confirmed on booking, because the price depends on your pickup and destination. Airport fares are fixed for your booking: from £65 to Heathrow, £105 to Gatwick, £95 to Luton, £140 to Stansted and £160 to London City for a saloon, confirmed October 2026.
How many passengers and bags can one taxi take?
The Nationwide Cars minibus seats 8 passengers and carries 5 to 7 bags, which suits groups and families with luggage. We also run Saloon and Executive cars for smaller parties, and we match the right vehicle when you tell us your numbers at booking.
Can I pay by card for a Reading Station taxi?
Yes. Nationwide Cars accepts Visa, MasterCard, Solo and Visa Electron cards, PayPal, Stripe, Bitcoin, and cash in GBP or Euro, so you can pay whichever way suits you.
Can I cancel my Reading Station taxi?
Yes. Airport pickups and drop-offs need at least 3 hours notice, and local pickups need at least 45 minutes notice. Cancel within those windows with Nationwide Cars and you get a full refund.
More answers on our FAQs page.
Need a Taxi at Reading Station?
Nationwide Cars runs pre-booked taxis to and from Reading Station and Tilehurst Station, 24 hours a day. Book online or call +44 118 430 0212 and tell us your train time.
