For a St John's Wood taxi, cars come straight down Avenue Road or Finchley Road from Swiss Cottage, which is right next door. We cover the whole of NW8, from St John's Wood High Street and Lord's Cricket Ground to Abbey Road and the edge of Regent's Park. Book online or by phone at any time of day.
St John's Wood is a calm, leafy area with large houses, mansion blocks and many residents who travel often for work. A pre-booked car with a fixed fare suits that well.
St John's Wood minicab for local and city journeys
A St John's Wood minicab is handy for the High Street, for appointments at the Wellington Hospital on Wellington Road, and for trips into the West End. Marylebone and Oxford Street are close, and the car can drop you near the door rather than at the nearest tube station.
The area also has many families. Our school run taxi service is useful for regular trips to schools in NW8, NW3 and further afield, and our hotel transfer taxi is popular with visitors staying with family who need to reach central London hotels.
Taxi to Lord's Cricket Ground
On match days, St John's Wood changes completely. Roads around Lord's become very busy before play and at the close, and some streets have restrictions. If you are booking a taxi to Lord's Cricket Ground, let us know which gate you are using. For the journey home, it is usually better to walk a few minutes away from the ground before meeting your car, as the main roads can be gridlocked as crowds leave.
Fans also visit the Abbey Road Studios zebra crossing, so traffic on Abbey Road can be slow at any time of day.
NW8 airport transfer
An NW8 airport transfer from St John's Wood is straightforward. Heathrow is reached via the A40 Westway, which is close by. Gatwick means a journey through central London and south via the A23 or M23. Luton and Stansted are reached via the M1 and the M11 respectively.
If you are coming home from a trip, we track your flight and can arrange meet and greet. The driver waits in arrivals with a name board, so you do not have to look for the car park.
Typical journey times from St John's Wood
| Destination | Typical time by car |
|---|---|
| Lord's Cricket Ground | 2–5 minutes |
| Paddington Station | 10–15 minutes |
| Victoria Station | 20–30 minutes |
| Heathrow Airport | 40–60 minutes |
| Gatwick Airport | 75–100 minutes |
Typical figures only. Allow much more time on Lord's match days.
Station transfers from NW8
St John's Wood is well placed for London's main line stations. Paddington is only a short drive, which is useful for the Heathrow Express and trains to the west. For the Gatwick Express or trains to the south coast, book a car to Victoria. Other popular choices are Euston and King's Cross.
For groups or families with lots of luggage, ask for a 6 seater taxi or a 7 seater taxi. Child seats are available on request.
Regent's Park and the London Central Mosque
St John's Wood runs down to the north-west corner of Regent's Park, and many of our bookings here are for trips around the park. The London Central Mosque on Park Road is close by and is very busy at Friday prayers and during religious festivals, so allow extra time on those days. For visits to London Zoo or the open-air theatre in the park, a car from St John's Wood is a short journey. If you are booking for older relatives or anyone who finds walking difficult, tell us and the driver can drop off as close to the entrance as is allowed.
Nearby areas
St John's Wood taxi questions
Can you take me to Lord's on a match day?
Yes. Please book early, tell us which gate you need, and allow extra time, as the roads around the ground get very busy.
Where should I meet my car after a match at Lord's?
We suggest walking a few minutes away from the ground to a quieter road. Agree the meeting point when you book.
How long is a taxi from St John's Wood to Paddington?
Usually around 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
Do you cover all of NW8?
Yes, including St John's Wood High Street, Abbey Road, Hamilton Terrace and the roads near Regent's Park.
Can I book a St John's Wood taxi with a child seat?
Yes. Child seats are available on request. Please give the child's age when you book.
