Booking a Hampstead taxi with us means a local car coming up Fitzjohn's Avenue from Swiss Cottage rather than across London. Whether you are leaving a restaurant on Heath Street, heading out for a walk on Hampstead Heath or catching an early flight, you can pre-book a car at any hour and know the fare before you travel.
Hampstead is one of the hilliest parts of London, with steep lanes, narrow streets and very little room to stop. A driver who knows the area makes a real difference here.
Hampstead minicab for village trips and evenings out
The old village centre around Hampstead High Street, Flask Walk and Church Row is lovely to walk, but not so pleasant when it is raining or you are carrying shopping. A Hampstead minicab can collect you from your door and take you to Finchley Road, to friends in Belsize Park or South Hampstead, or home after an evening at a local pub or theatre.
If you are going to a show at the Hampstead Theatre on Eton Avenue, it is only a few minutes away by car, and you can book the return journey for when the performance ends.
Taxi to Hampstead Heath, Kenwood and local landmarks
We regularly take people to the different entrances of Hampstead Heath. When you book a taxi to Hampstead Heath, tell us which part you want, as the Heath is large and the entrances are far apart:
- East Heath Road and the Vale of Health for the upper Heath.
- South End Green, near Hampstead Heath Overground station, for Parliament Hill.
- Hampstead Lane for Kenwood House.
Walking with a dog? Ask for a pet friendly taxi so the driver knows to expect your pet and the car is ready.
Hampstead airport taxi
Hampstead tube station is the deepest on the Underground network, and its lifts are not much fun with heavy suitcases. A Hampstead airport taxi takes you straight from your front door to the terminal.
For Luton Airport, the route is usually north along Finchley Road and the A41 to the M1, which is quick from this side of London. For Heathrow, drivers normally head down to the A40 Westway. Stansted is reached via the North Circular and the M11, and Gatwick is the longest of the airport runs. For arrivals, we track your flight and can arrange meet and greet in the terminal.
Typical journey times from Hampstead
| Destination | Typical time by car |
|---|---|
| Swiss Cottage | 5–10 minutes |
| Paddington Station | 20–30 minutes |
| King's Cross St Pancras | 20–25 minutes |
| Luton Airport | 40–55 minutes |
| Stansted Airport | 60–85 minutes |
These are typical figures only. Allow more time in the rush hour and on weekend afternoons, when the village is busy.
Tips for being collected in Hampstead
Some Hampstead streets are too narrow for a car to wait on, and Heath Street often has queues. If you are at a restaurant or shop in the village, it can help to wait on a quieter side street. When you book, mention anything that would help the driver find you, such as a gate code or a lane name. For larger groups, we can send a 6 seater taxi or a 7 seater taxi. If you are travelling into central London for a train, see our pages for Paddington and King's Cross.
Nearby areas
Hampstead taxi questions
Can a Hampstead taxi collect me from a narrow lane?
Usually, yes. If your road is very narrow or has no space to stop, we may suggest a nearby pick-up point. Tell us when you book and we will agree the best spot.
Which Hampstead Heath entrance should I ask for?
It depends on where you want to walk. East Heath Road suits the upper Heath, South End Green is good for Parliament Hill, and Hampstead Lane is the entrance for Kenwood House.
Is Luton or Heathrow quicker from Hampstead?
Luton is often quicker from Hampstead because the A41 and M1 are close by. Heathrow means crossing west London. Both depend on traffic.
Can you pick me up after a show at Hampstead Theatre?
Yes. Book your return for the time the show is due to end and the car will wait nearby.
Do you run Hampstead minicabs overnight?
Yes, bookings are taken 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
