Uber vs Taxi at London Gatwick (LGW)
Take Uber — cheaper on typical fares.
Side by side
| Factor | Uber | Taxi |
|---|---|---|
| Option | Uber / Bolt | Licensed Taxi Rank |
| Cost | £60–£100 | £100–£140 |
| Journey | 60–120 min | 60–120 min |
| Wait | 5–15 mins | 0–10 mins |
| Payment | App Payment | Card & Cash |
| Locals recommend |
- ✓ Fixed price
- ! Heavy M25 traffic
- ! Pickup at designated zones
- ✓ Metered
- ✓ Door-to-door
- ! Slowest option in rush hour
- ! Expensive
Scams to watch either way
- Gatwick Express upsell
Staff or touts steer tourists onto the Gatwick Express despite cheaper trains running the same route.
Avoid: Thameslink and Southern stop at the same platforms for half the price.
- Unbooked taxi touts
Men offering taxis at inflated fixed prices, often £200+.
Avoid: Use the official rank outside South Terminal or book Uber / Bolt.
Frequently asked
Q.Uber or Taxi from LGW — which is better?
Uber — cheaper on typical fares. Uber / Bolt: £60–£100, 60–120 min.
Q.How much is Uber from London Gatwick?
£60–£100 typical. Journey 60–120 min, wait 5–15 mins. Payment: App Payment.
Q.How much is Taxi from London Gatwick?
£100–£140 typical. Journey 60–120 min, wait 0–10 mins. Payment: Card & Cash.
Q.What should I watch for on arrival at LGW?
Gatwick Express upsell: Staff or touts steer tourists onto the Gatwick Express despite cheaper trains running the same route. — Thameslink and Southern stop at the same platforms for half the price.
Fare tiers, first-30-minute checklist, all transport options ranked, and every reported scam.