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London Heathrow taxis from Sheppey & Swale.
Fixed-price transfers to London Heathrow from Sheerness and every town we serve, with measured journey times and pickups 24 hours a day.
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Open 24/7Getting to London Heathrow
Heathrow is the UK's biggest airport and the gateway for most long-haul flights. From Sheppey it's the furthest of the main London airports by road, reached round the M25 west of London.
We run Heathrow transfers day and night for holidays, business trips and family visits, with fixed fares and time built in for the western M25.
Heathrow has four terminals (2, 3, 4 and 5), and they're spread out, so knowing yours before you set off saves time. The western section of the M25 is one of the busiest motorways in the country, which is why we allow extra margin on Heathrow runs.
JOURNEY TIMES
Heathrow from every town we serve.
Measured by road, closest first. Typical times; traffic can add more at busy times.
| From | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone | 66 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 40 | No |
| Chatham | 70 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Strood | 70 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 45 | No |
| Rochester | 71 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 45 | No |
| Rainham | 75 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Gillingham | 75 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Sittingbourne | 76 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Iwade | 77 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| Teynham | 79 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| Queenborough | 80 mi | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 | No |
| Minster-on-Sea | 81 mi | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 | No |
| Halfway | 81 mi | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 | No |
| Sheerness | 82 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| Eastchurch | 83 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| Faversham | 84 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| Warden | 86 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 5 | No |
| Leysdown-on-Sea | 86 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 5 | No |
DROP-OFF & PICKUP
At Heathrow
GOOD TO KNOW
Heathrow tips
- Confirm your terminal: Terminal 5 is a long way from Terminals 2 and 3.
- Heathrow charges vehicles for terminal drop-off. Ask us how it's handled when you book.
- For long-haul flights, airlines usually ask you to arrive about 3 hours before departure.
Other airports
- London Gatwick taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Gatwick from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 57 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30.
- London Stansted taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Stansted from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 76 miles, typically 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50.
- London City taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London City from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20.
- London Luton taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Luton from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 89 miles, typically 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 10.
- London Southend taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Southend from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 62 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35.
- Birmingham Airport taxis from SheppeyTaxis to Birmingham Airport from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 169 miles, typically 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5.
- Manchester Airport taxis from SheppeyTaxis to Manchester Airport from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 245 miles, typically 4 hr 55 – 6 hr 5.
- Bristol Airport taxis from SheppeyTaxis to Bristol Airport from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 181 miles, typically 3 hr 35 – 4 hr 30.
- Southampton Airport taxis from SheppeyTaxis to Southampton Airport from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 126 miles, typically 2 hr 20 – 3 hr.
Airport travel guides
- When should you book an airport taxi from Sheerness?How far ahead to book, and how to work out your pickup time for each London airport.
- Which London airport is best from Sheppey?The six London airports compared from Sheppey on distance, time and the Dartford Crossing.
- Lots of luggage? How to choose the right taxiSaloon, estate, people carrier or minibus: choosing the right vehicle for your luggage.
- Why take a taxi to the airport instead of driving?Airport parking, drop-off charges, the Dartford Crossing and tiredness: the case for a pre-booked airport taxi from Sheppey.
- How to get from Sheerness to Gatwick, Heathrow & StanstedRoutes, distances and typical journey times by taxi, and how they compare with the train.
- Airport pickups in Blue Town, Mile Town & Marine TownHow airport pickups work in Sheerness's three districts, with journey times from each.
FAQ
Heathrow taxi questions.
Can't find your answer? Call 01795 25 25 01, we're always open.
How long is a taxi from Sheerness to London Heathrow?
Usually 1 hr 35 – 2 hr for the 82-mile drive, depending on traffic.
Which of your pickup towns is closest to Heathrow?
Maidstone, at about 66 miles (1 hr 15 – 1 hr 40).
Do journeys to Heathrow use the Dartford Crossing?
No. From Sheppey, Swale and Medway the route stays south of the Thames.
Which terminal is my flight from?
Your booking will say Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5. Give us your flight number and we'll take you to the right one.
Why does Heathrow take longer than Gatwick?
It's further by road and the route uses the western M25, which is often congested, especially on weekday mornings and Friday afternoons.
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