By the Kentax Taxis team, based on The Parade in Bourne End since 1997. Last checked 17 October 2026.
A taxi from Bourne End to Maidenhead station gets you to the main line without waiting for the branch train. Maidenhead is where the Marlow branch meets the Great Western main line, and Elizabeth line and Great Western Railway trains run on from there to Paddington and beyond. The branch train takes 12 to 15 minutes but runs once an hour off-peak, so many passengers book a car instead. Call Kentax, your local taxi company in Bourne End, on 01628 201381 or book online for a pre-booked journey at any hour.
Why do I change at Maidenhead from Bourne End?
Bourne End sits on a single-track branch. The Marlow branch line leaves the main line at Maidenhead and runs through Furze Platt and Cookham to Bourne End, then on to Marlow. Maidenhead station is served by Great Western Railway and the Elizabeth line, so it is where branch passengers join trains for London, Reading and Heathrow. Through peak-hour trains from the branch to Paddington no longer run, which means most journeys to London involve a change at Maidenhead.
How long does the train from Bourne End to Maidenhead take?
About 12 to 15 minutes, calling at Cookham and Furze Platt. The catch is frequency. Off-peak there is one branch train an hour in each direction, and at peak times it rises to two an hour. Arrive a few minutes after a train has left and you wait close to an hour. A taxi has no such gap.
How long does the journey take from Maidenhead onwards?
| Destination | Typical journey from Maidenhead | Service |
|---|---|---|
| London Paddington | About 25 minutes (fastest trains), about 40 minutes (Elizabeth line) | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Bond Street | About 48 minutes | Elizabeth line |
| Liverpool Street | About 56 minutes | Elizabeth line |
| Canary Wharf | About 1 hour 2 minutes | Elizabeth line |
| Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 | About 35 to 40 minutes, usually with a change at Hayes and Harlington | Elizabeth line |
These times come from published journey planners and vary by train, so check on the day you travel.
When is a taxi better than the branch train?
- Off-peak, when the next branch train is up to an hour away.
- Early starts and late returns, when a gap in the timetable would cost you the connection. Check the last branch train for your day before you rely on it.
- A fixed departure, such as an Elizabeth line train you must catch or a flight check-in.
- Luggage or a group. Our fleet includes 6 and 8-seater MPVs.
- A missed branch train. Ring us and we will send a car; our dispatch team typically reaches anywhere in Bourne End within 10 minutes of booking.
If you are travelling alone at a quiet time with no connection to make, the train is usually cheaper.
Should I take a taxi all the way to Heathrow instead?
Often, yes. There is no direct train from Bourne End to Heathrow. By rail you change at Maidenhead and again on the Elizabeth line, and journey planners put the total at about 1 hour 5 minutes to Terminals 2 and 3. By road, Heathrow is 30 to 40 minutes away in normal traffic. Our Heathrow taxi service has fixed fares from Bourne End, and the terminal-by-terminal guide explains drop-off rules and which terminal to choose.
How do I book a taxi to or from Maidenhead station?
Call 01628 201381 or use our online booking form. For the outward leg, give your Bourne End address and the train you need, and we work back from the departure time. For the return leg, book before you travel and give your arrival time at Maidenhead (Station Approach, SL6 1EW), so the car is there for your train.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct train from Bourne End to London?
Not normally. Most passengers change at Maidenhead for the Elizabeth line or a Great Western Railway service to Paddington.
How often do trains run between Bourne End and Maidenhead?
Once an hour in each direction off-peak and up to twice an hour at peak times. Check times on National Rail Enquiries before you travel.
Can you take a group or lots of luggage to Maidenhead station?
Yes. Our fleet includes estate cars and 6 and 8-seater MPVs. Tell us how many people and bags when you book.
Can I book a taxi from Maidenhead station back to Bourne End?
Yes, in advance. Give us the arrival time of your train and we will plan the pick-up around it. If you are starting from Bourne End station instead, read our guide to a taxi from Bourne End station.
Book a taxi to Maidenhead station
Call 01628 201381 or book online. Tell us the train, the time and the number of passengers and bags.
