Taxi from Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth
Direct, fixed-fare taxi from Gatwick to Bournemouth. We meet you at Gatwick North or South arrivals, monitor your flight and deliver you door-to-door to Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch o...
Gatwick Airport to Bournemouth taxi with meet & greet — fixed fare from £243, door-to-door, 24/7. About 115 miles, around 135 minutes' drive.
Direct, fixed-fare taxi from Gatwick to Bournemouth. We meet you at Gatwick North or South arrivals, monitor your flight and deliver you door-to-door to Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch or any BH address. No meter, no surge.
A Gatwick to Bournemouth taxi covers around 115 miles and takes about 2 hours 15 minutes in normal traffic. Whether you're flying into Gatwick for a seaside break, a conference at the BIC, a hotel in Poole or a home pickup, we quote a single fixed fare before you book and hold to it regardless of traffic.
Your driver for Bournemouth meets you at Gatwick North or South arrivals with a name board, helps with your luggage and tracks your flight — so early landings or delays are handled automatically with no waiting charge. Choose from saloon, estate and executive cars, MPVs and 8-seater minibuses for families and groups, with the first child seat free on request.
Gatwick has two terminals, North and South, linked by an inter-terminal shuttle. Your airline and flight number decide which one you need, so give us the flight number when you book and the driver goes to the right terminal. The route heads north on the M23 to the M25, west to the M3, then the M27, A31 and A338 into Bournemouth — the longest of our Heathrow and Gatwick runs to the south coast.
Fixed fares (from)
- Economy Saloon — up to 4 passengers, 2 large cases + 2 small bags: £243
- Comfort — up to 4 passengers, 3 large cases + 2 small bags: £276
- Estate — up to 4 passengers, 4 large cases + 2 small bags: £288
- Executive — up to 4 passengers, 2 large cases + 2 small bags: £317
- MPV — up to 6 passengers, 5 large cases + 2 small bags: £482
- 8-Seater Minibus — up to 8 passengers, 8 large cases + 8 small bags: £548
Gatwick to Bournemouth: two hours by road, much longer by rail
At about 115 miles, Gatwick to Bournemouth is one of the longest airport runs we make on the south coast — roughly two and a quarter hours by road, round the M25 to the M3 and M27, then the A31 and A338. There is no direct train: rail journeys need at least one change, the quickest take around 2 hours 20 minutes, and many take closer to four.
That gap is why so many Dorset families book a car from Gatwick. After a long flight, one vehicle from the terminal to the front door is worth far more than a series of platforms.
How we handle a two-hour transfer
- The right vehicle Holiday luggage takes space. Tell us how many cases, and we suggest an MPV or 8-seater rather than a car that is full to the roof.
- A stop if you want one A comfort break at motorway services is normal on a run this long — just ask the driver.
- Children's seats fitted The first child or booster seat is free; extra seats are £10 each and fitted before you arrive.
- The fare stays fixed Traffic on the M25 or the A31 does not change the price you were quoted. Night pickups (10pm–6am) are 15% more, shown in the quote.
Gatwick to Bournemouth: car or train
| Option | Journey time | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| Hampshire Taxi (fixed fare) | About 2¼ hours, door to door — from £243 | None |
| Train | Around 2 hours 20 minutes at best; often nearer 4 hours | At least one, plus getting from Bournemouth station to your address |
Frequently asked questions
- Which roads does the taxi take from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
- The M23 to the M25, the M3 and M27 west, then the A31 and A338 into Bournemouth. It is a long run, so the driver plans a comfort stop if you ask.
- Which Gatwick terminal will the driver go to for a Bournemouth transfer?
- North or South depending on your airline. Enter your flight number when you book and we match it to the correct terminal; if your gate changes on the day, the driver is told before you arrive.
- Coming from Gatwick, where in Bournemouth can you drop me?
- Anywhere in and around Bournemouth: the seafront and pier, the Bournemouth International Centre, the railway station, hotels, or on to Poole and Christchurch.
- How much is a taxi from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
- A fixed-fare Gatwick to Bournemouth taxi starts at £243 for an economy saloon. MPVs and 8-seater minibuses are available for groups. The price is agreed before booking, with no meter and no surge.
- How long is the journey?
- Gatwick to Bournemouth is around 115 miles and takes about 2 hours 15 minutes in normal traffic. Your driver plans the route to avoid congestion where possible.
- Do you meet passengers at Gatwick?
- Yes. Your driver for Bournemouth meets you at Gatwick North or South arrivals with a name board and helps with your luggage. We monitor your flight, so early landings or delays are handled automatically with no waiting charge.
- Coming from Gatwick, do you drop at Bournemouth beach and the BIC?
- Yes. We deliver door-to-door to Bournemouth beach and pier, the Bournemouth International Centre, Poole Quay, Christchurch and any BH address.
- Can I book an 8 seater taxi from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
- Yes. Our MPVs and 8-seater minibuses carry families and groups from Gatwick with luggage in a single vehicle, with the first child seat free on request.
- Is there a direct train from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
- No. Every rail journey needs at least one change; the fastest take about 2 hours 20 minutes and many take close to four hours. A taxi takes about two hours door to door.
- Can we stop on the way from Gatwick to Bournemouth?
- Yes. A short break at motorway services is normal on a two-hour run; tell the driver when you would like to stop.