Bourne End to Heathrow Taxi: Terminal Guide

By the Kentax Taxis team, based on The Parade in Bourne End since 1997. Last checked 17 October 2026.

Heathrow is 17 to 19 miles from Bourne End by road, depending on the terminal, and a taxi takes 30 to 40 minutes in normal traffic. Fixed fares with our Bourne End taxis start from £45, and Heathrow’s £7 drop-off charge applies on departures. The detail to get right is the terminal. Heathrow has four, Terminals 4 and 5 sit well away from the central pair, and every extra entry to a drop-off zone costs another £7.

Bourne End to Heathrow A Terminal-by-Terminal Guide

Which Heathrow terminal do I need?

Terminal	Airlines (examples)	Notes
Terminal 2	Lufthansa, United, Air Canada, Singapore Airlines and other Star Alliance carriers	Known as The Queen’s Terminal
Terminal 3	Emirates, American Airlines, Qantas, Cathay Pacific, Virgin Atlantic	Mostly long-haul
Terminal 4	KLM, Air France and other SkyTeam and independent carriers	Set apart from Terminals 2 and 3
Terminal 5	British Airways (most flights) and Iberia	The largest terminal

Airlines move between terminals, so confirm yours on your booking or on Heathrow’s airline lookup. If your booking shows two airline names, ask which one operates the flight. Terminal 1 is no longer used for passengers.

How far is Heathrow from Bourne End, and how long does it take?

Terminal	Road distance	Drive with clear roads
Terminals 2 and 3	About 17 miles	About 25 minutes
Terminal 4	About 19 miles	About 27 minutes
Terminal 5	About 17 miles	About 24 minutes

These are route-planner figures for empty roads. We allow 30 to 40 minutes in normal traffic. The route usually runs along the A404 and the M4, so build in extra time at peak hours.

How much is a taxi from Bourne End to Heathrow?

Our fixed fare from Bourne End to Heathrow starts from £45, and the £7 drop-off charge applies on top for departures. For an MPV or a larger group, ask for a quote. When you compare prices, check whether Heathrow’s charge is included, because some firms put it in the headline fare and others add it later. See our Heathrow taxi page or use the quote form.

What is the Heathrow drop-off charge?

Heathrow charges £7 every time a vehicle enters a terminal drop-off zone. If a car enters a second time, for example after going to the wrong terminal, the charge applies again. There are no barriers and you cannot pay at the terminal. The charge is paid online, by phone or through an autopay account, by the end of the day after the visit. Heathrow’s terms say paying does not entitle a driver to wait in the zone, and several airport guides report a 10-minute maximum stay.

How does pick-up work when I land?

Your driver does not wait outside the terminal, because waiting in the drop-off zones is not allowed. Instead, for arrivals our driver waits in the arrivals hall with a name board and helps with your luggage. Meet and greet is included at no extra charge. We monitor your flight in real time, so a delay does not leave you without a driver.

What time should I leave Bourne End for my flight?

Start from your airline’s check-in or bag drop deadline and work backwards. Add the 30 to 40 minute drive, then allow extra for M4 traffic and the walk from the drop-off zone to check-in. Give us your flight number and departure time when you book, and we will agree a pick-up time with you.

Taxi or train from Bourne End to Heathrow?

Option	Time	Notes
Taxi	30 to 40 minutes	Door to door. Fixed fare from £45, plus the £7 drop-off charge on departures
Train and Elizabeth line	About 1 hour 5 minutes to Terminals 2 and 3	No direct train. Change at Maidenhead. About £17 to £37 according to journey planners

Terminals 4 and 5 take longer by train. The train costs less for one person with light luggage. A taxi suits early flights, families, heavy bags and anyone who would rather not change trains. Our guide to the taxi from Bourne End to Maidenhead station covers the rail option in detail.

Frequently asked questions

Which Heathrow terminal is British Airways?

Most British Airways flights use Terminal 5, although some use Terminal 3. Check your booking.

Do you track my flight?

Yes. We monitor flights in real time for departures and arrivals.

Can you take six or eight passengers to Heathrow?

Yes. Our fleet includes 6 and 8-seater MPVs. For larger groups, see our minibus hire.

Is meet and greet free?

Yes. Meet and greet is included on every journey.

Can you take me to Heathrow from Cookham or Maidenhead?

Yes, by advance booking. See our guide to taxis in Cookham and our airport taxi service page.

Book a taxi from Bourne End to Heathrow

Call 01628 201381 or book online. Give us your flight number, the number of passengers and bags, and your address.

Bourne End to Heathrow: A Terminal-by-Terminal Guide