Esskay Cars provides 12-seater and 16-seater minibuses for groups flying from or arriving at Gatwick. A 12-seater from Reigate costs £228, and a 16-seater from central London £364, fixed for the whole vehicle. Groups use us for family holidays, stag and hen weekends, golf trips, school and club tours, and wedding guests flying in. Everyone travels together, the luggage goes in one place, and nobody is left waiting for a second car.
Quick answers
- 12-seater from Reigate? £228.
- 16-seater from central London? £364.
- Luggage space? 12-seater: about 10 cases. 16-seater: about 14.
- Group of 6 to 8? The 8-seater minivan is cheaper.
- Groups over 16? We send two vehicles together.
How much does minibus hire to Gatwick cost?
A 12-seater costs from £217 from Crawley and £307 from central London. A 16-seater costs from £268 and £364.
| From | 8-seater minivan | Executive minivan | 12-seater minibus | 16-seater minibus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crawley | £66 | £79 | £217 | £268 |
| Horley | £71 | £86 | £214 | £264 |
| Redhill | £70 | £85 | £227 | £278 |
| Reigate | £72 | £87 | £228 | £280 |
| East Grinstead | £75 | £91 | £233 | £285 |
| Dorking | £82 | £99 | £244 | £296 |
| Epsom | £135 | £163 | £256 | £309 |
| Sutton | £120 | £146 | £260 | £314 |
| Croydon | £118 | £143 | £255 | £308 |
| Central London (Victoria) | £151 | £183 | £307 | £364 |
| City of London | £151 | £184 | £343 | £402 |
| Canary Wharf | £162 | £197 | £335 | £394 |
Prices from our booking system, checked in October 2026, one way, for the whole vehicle.
What does that cost per person?
With every seat filled, a 16-seater from Reigate works out at about £18 per person, and from central London about £23.
The fewer seats you fill, the higher the cost per person, so match the vehicle to the group. For seven or eight people, the 8-seater minivan is usually the best value. For nine to twelve, choose the 12-seater.
Which groups book minibuses for Gatwick?
Holiday groups and extended families, stag and hen parties, sports and golf clubs, school and university trips, choirs and bands, and companies taking teams to events abroad.
Gatwick serves many holiday and short-break routes, so groups heading to Spain, Portugal, Greece or the Canaries often fly from here. A single minibus from a meeting point, or a series of pick-ups around one town, makes a group departure much simpler.
How does a group arrival at Gatwick work?
The driver meets the group leader in the arrivals hall with a name board and waits until everyone is through.
Give us the flight number, the terminal, and the group leader’s mobile number. If the group arrives on two flights, tell us both, and we will plan around the later one. When everyone is together, the driver leads the group to the minibus and loads the luggage.
How much luggage fits in a minibus?
A 12-seater holds around 10 large cases, and a 16-seater around 14, plus hand luggage.
Golf bags, bike boxes and sports equipment take up more room. Tell us exactly what the group is bringing, and we will confirm it fits, or suggest a second vehicle for the equipment.
Can the minibus collect from several addresses?
Yes. Add the extra stops to the booking, and the fixed price includes them.
Collecting a group from a few houses in the same area is common. Plan the order so the route ends near the M23 or M25, and allow about 10 minutes per stop.
When should a group leave for Gatwick?
Allow extra time for group check-in. For a European flight, aim to arrive two and a half hours before departure.
Groups take longer to check in, drop bags and get through security. Add the drive time from your pick-up and a margin for traffic.
Do you run group transfers at night?
Yes. Our minibuses run 24 hours a day, at the same fixed fares.
Many group holidays start with a 6am flight. A minibus pick-up at 3am or 4am is no problem.
Is a minibus cheaper than several cars to Gatwick?
Usually. Four saloons from Reigate cost £148, while one 12-seater costs £228.
One vehicle also means one booking, one driver to coordinate with, and no risk of part of the group arriving late because their car was held up.
Can a minibus go from Gatwick to a cruise port?
Yes. We run group transfers from Gatwick to Southampton, Portsmouth and Dover.
Cruise groups flying into Gatwick can travel straight to the ship together. Enter the port in the booker for a fixed price, and allow plenty of time before boarding closes.
Can a ski group fit its equipment in a minibus?
Yes, with planning. Ski and snowboard bags are long, so a 16-seater carrying a full ski group may need fewer passengers or a second vehicle for the kit.
Gatwick is a popular airport for ski trips to the Alps in winter. Tell us how many people and how many ski bags and boot bags are travelling. We will confirm whether one minibus is enough, or suggest an 8-seater alongside it for the equipment.
Do golf groups use minibuses to Gatwick?
Yes. Golf trips to Portugal, Spain and Turkey often fly from Gatwick, and a minibus keeps the clubs and the group together.
Golf bags in travel covers take about the same space as a large suitcase each. A 12-seater for a group of eight golfers, each with a golf bag and a case, gives everyone room. Tell us the exact numbers when you book.
Can we book a minibus for a wedding abroad?
Yes. Families and wedding parties often fly together from Gatwick to destination weddings.
A minibus brings the guests to the airport together and can meet them on the way home. If the group includes elderly relatives or young children, let us know so the driver can help with boarding and luggage.
How long is a group journey to Gatwick?
The same as any car: 10 to 25 minutes from Crawley, Horley, Redhill and Reigate, about 40 to 60 minutes from south London, and over an hour from central London.
Add about 10 minutes for each extra pick-up. The fixed price includes the stops, so the timing is the only thing to plan.
Can the minibus bring the group home as well?
Yes. Book a return and add the return flight number.
The driver tracks the inbound flight and meets the group in the arrivals hall, at either North or South Terminal. Groups returning late at night are common in summer, and the minibus will be there whatever time the flight lands.
What size of group needs a minibus rather than a minivan?
Nine or more passengers, or a group of seven or eight with more luggage than eight large cases.
The 8-seater minivan, at £72 from Reigate, suits most groups of up to eight. Once the group passes eight people, or the luggage will not fit, the 12-seater is the next step. For 13 to 16 people, book the 16-seater. Above 16, we send two vehicles that travel together.
Can a school or youth group book a minibus?
Yes. Schools, scout groups and youth clubs book minibuses for trips abroad.
Tell us the number of pupils and staff, and the amount of luggage. The driver will help with loading. For school trips, the lead teacher’s mobile number should be on the booking, so the driver can reach them on the day.
What should the group leader send us?
The number of people, the number of cases and any bulky items, the flight numbers, the pick-up addresses and a mobile number.
With these details, we can recommend the right vehicle and plan the timings. If anything changes after booking, such as extra people joining, let us know as early as possible.
How do I book a minibus to Gatwick?
Enter the pick-up, Gatwick and the group size in the booking form at the top of this page and choose the 12 or 16-seater.
Or call 0207 8400 344. For smaller groups, see 8 seater taxi to Gatwick.
Gatwick minibus hire: common questions
How much is a minibus to Gatwick?
From £217 for a 12-seater from Crawley.
How many people fit in a minibus?
12 or 16, depending on the vehicle.
How many cases fit in a 16-seater?
About 14 large cases.
Can a minibus collect from several addresses?
Yes. Add the stops to the booking.
Do you meet groups at Gatwick arrivals?
Yes, with a name board for the group leader.
Is minibus hire priced per person?
No. It is per vehicle.
