Esskay Cars is a local taxi firm for Merstham, based a few minutes down the road at 87 Bell Street in Reigate. We run fixed-fare airport transfers from Merstham and South Merstham to Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton and London City. We also take pre-booked local journeys to Redhill and Reigate stations, East Surrey Hospital, schools, restaurants and anywhere else you need to go. Every fare is agreed when you book, so there are no surprises.
Merstham sits right beside the junction of the M25 and M23. That makes it one of the quickest places in Surrey to reach the airports from: Gatwick is about 15 minutes away, Heathrow about 45 minutes. It also means a car is usually the most practical way to get there, because public transport to the airports needs at least one change.
Airport taxi fares from Merstham
These fares were checked in our booking system on 24 October 2026 for a weekday journey. They are per vehicle, not per person, and include airport parking and drop-off charges.
| Vehicle | Seats and luggage | Merstham to Gatwick | Merstham to Heathrow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 3 passengers, 3 large cases | £36 | £72 |
| Estate | 4 passengers, 4 large cases | £41 | £82 |
| Executive | 3 passengers, 2 large cases | £48 | £97 |
| People Carrier | 6 passengers, 5 large cases | £48 | £97 |
| 8-Seater Minivan | 8 passengers, 8 large cases | £70 | £114 |
| Executive Minivan | 6 passengers, 6 large cases | £85 | £138 |
| 12-Seater Minibus | 12 passengers, 10 large cases | £238 | £294 |
| 16-Seater Minibus | 16 passengers, 14 large cases | £290 | £349 |
Other airports and ports from Merstham
| Destination | Saloon | Estate | People carrier | 8-seater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London City Airport | £91 | £104 | £122 | £135 |
| Stansted Airport | £107 | £122 | £144 | £159 |
| Luton Airport | £108 | £123 | £145 | £160 |
| Dover ferry and cruise port | £133 | £151 | £178 | £239 |
| Southampton cruise terminals | £150 | £169 | £199 | £267 |
Journey times from Merstham
| Destination | Distance | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Airport | About 10 miles | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Heathrow Airport | About 33 miles | 40 to 55 minutes |
| London City Airport | About 25 miles | 55 to 75 minutes |
| Stansted Airport | About 60 miles | 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Luton Airport | About 55 miles | 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes |
Times are for normal traffic. Allow extra time on weekday mornings and Friday afternoons, when the M25 is at its busiest.
Gatwick from Merstham
Gatwick is the airport most Merstham residents use, and it is close. The driver joins the M23 at Junction 7, right on the edge of the village, and comes off at Junction 9 for the airport. Most of the time you are at the terminal in 15 to 20 minutes. That lets you leave later for an early flight than you might expect. For a 7am departure with checked bags, leaving Merstham at about 4:45am is usually comfortable. A saloon is £36, and the fare is the same to the North and South Terminals.
Heathrow from Merstham
For Heathrow, the driver joins the M25 at Junction 7 or 8 and heads west to Junction 14 or 15. It takes about 40 to 55 minutes outside rush hour. A saloon is £72, and the same price applies from Heathrow back to Merstham. See our Heathrow airport taxi page for more detail.
Local taxis in Merstham
Not every journey is to an airport. We take people from Merstham to:
- Redhill and Reigate stations, for trains to London, Brighton and the south coast;
- East Surrey Hospital in Redhill, and GP and dental appointments;
- schools and colleges in Redhill, Reigate and the surrounding area;
- restaurants, pubs and nights out in Reigate and Redhill;
- shops and supermarkets, and the retail parks in Redhill.
Put your journey into the booking form for a fixed price, or call us to book. For a regular trip, such as a weekly appointment or a school run, call us and we will set it up.
Where we pick up
We cover the whole of Merstham and South Merstham. That includes the old village around Quality Street and the High Street, the streets near Merstham station, the Delabole Road area, and the homes towards Gatton Park and the North Downs. We also cover nearby areas, including Netherne-on-the-Hill, Chaldon, Hooley and Coulsdon. See our Bletchingley taxi and Godstone taxi pages for the villages to the east.
Cruise and ferry trips
Merstham is well placed for the south coast ports. A saloon to the Southampton cruise terminals is £150, and to the Port of Dover £133. Cruise passengers usually travel with more luggage than on a flight, so an estate or people carrier is often the better choice. Give us your ship and sailing date when you book. On disembarkation day, we can collect you from the terminal and bring you home.
London City and business trips
For flights from London City Airport in the Docklands, a saloon from Merstham is £91. The route goes up the A23 and through south-east London, or round the M25 and through the Blackwall Tunnel, depending on traffic. London City is popular with business travellers flying to European cities for the day, and an early start is easier with a car waiting at your door. The executive saloon is available for business trips.
Walkers on the North Downs Way
The North Downs Way passes right through Merstham, and plenty of walkers start or finish a section of the trail here. If you need collecting from the end of a walk, or dropping at a starting point along the Downs, we can arrange a fixed-price pickup. Give us the nearest road or car park so the driver can find you easily.
Visiting Merstham
If friends or family are flying in to visit you, we can book the car in their name and meet them at Gatwick or Heathrow. Give us their flight number and a mobile number they can be reached on, and you will get the booking confirmation.
Coming home
On your way back from the airport, add your flight number when you book. We follow the flight, and the driver meets you inside the arrivals hall with a name sign. The fare stays the same if the flight is delayed. From Gatwick, you will be home in Merstham in about 20 minutes.
Early flights and late arrivals
Because Gatwick is so close, Merstham residents often book the earliest flights of the day. Public transport is no help at 4am, and a car you have booked is ready at the time you choose. Late arrivals work the same way. The driver waits in arrivals however late the flight lands, and the fare does not change at night or at weekends.
Choosing a vehicle
- Saloon: three passengers and three large cases.
- Estate: four passengers and four cases, ideal for a family.
- People carrier: six passengers and five cases.
- 8-seater minivan: eight passengers and eight cases.
- 12 and 16-seater minibuses: for groups, clubs and events.
Why book a local firm?
A local firm means a driver who knows Merstham and the roads around it, and who is not crossing London to reach you. If plans change, you are talking to people a few minutes away. All our drivers are licensed private hire drivers, insured and DBS-checked.
Related pages
See also our Heathrow to Redhill taxi, Heathrow to Reigate taxi and the main Gatwick airport taxi page. Our airport drop-off charges guide explains the charges at each airport.
Booking
Use the booking form at the top of this page for a fixed price, or call 0207 8400 344. You can also message us on WhatsApp on 020 3355 8186. We take bookings 24 hours a day.
Merstham taxi: common questions
How much is a taxi from Merstham to Gatwick?
A saloon is £36, an estate £41 and a people carrier £48, fixed per vehicle.
How much is a taxi from Merstham to Heathrow?
From £72 in a saloon.
How long does it take from Merstham to Gatwick?
Usually 15 to 20 minutes via the M23.
Are you a local firm?
Yes. We are based in Reigate, a few minutes from Merstham.
Do you do local journeys as well as airports?
Yes. We take people to stations, the hospital, schools and anywhere else locally.
Can you take us to the Southampton cruise terminals?
Yes. A saloon from Merstham is £150, and an estate is £169.
Do you cover South Merstham?
Yes, and Netherne-on-the-Hill, Hooley and Chaldon.
