Long Ditton is home ground for us. Our office address is in Long Ditton, KT7, and our Long Ditton taxi service covers the whole village, from the streets around St Mary's Church to Ditton Hill and the roads running towards Surbiton. Because the cars are based locally, a quick trip to the shops or the station is as easy to book as a long airport run.
A village between Thames Ditton and Surbiton
Long Ditton sits between Thames Ditton to the west and Surbiton to the east. It is a residential area of family homes, with good access to the A309 Kingston bypass and the A3 for journeys further afield. It has no railway station of its own, so many residents rely on Surbiton or Thames Ditton stations. A short taxi ride to either saves walking in the rain or looking for a parking space.
Everyday local journeys
- To Surbiton station for fast trains to Waterloo, usually 5 to 10 minutes away (typical).
- To Kingston upon Thames for shopping, the Rose Theatre or appointments at Kingston Hospital on Galsworthy Road.
- To Thames Ditton High Street and Giggs Hill Green for pubs, restaurants and local shops.
- To schools in Long Ditton, Hinchley Wood and Surbiton, one-off or on a regular basis through our school run taxi service.
Airports from Long Ditton
Long Ditton is well placed for the south-west London airports. The drive to Heathrow usually crosses Hampton Court Bridge and heads through Hampton, while Gatwick is reached via the A3 or Chessington and the M25.
| Destination | Off-peak |
|---|---|
| Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 | 30–35 minutes |
| Gatwick North or South Terminal | 40–50 minutes |
| Surbiton station | 5–10 minutes |
We track flights on airport pickups, and meet and greet is available for arrivals, which helps when you are bringing visiting relatives back to Long Ditton.
Getting to London
For evenings in town or rail connections, we drive to all the main London terminals. Waterloo is the station most local people use, but we also cover King's Cross, Euston, Paddington, Victoria, Charing Cross and London Bridge. Coming home after the trains have stopped is one of the most common reasons people book us for a journey back into Long Ditton.
Cars for every size of group
We can send a saloon for one or two passengers, an estate for extra luggage, or larger vehicles for families. Our 6 seater taxi is useful for a family airport run from Long Ditton, and child seats are available on request.
Nearby places we also cover
Long Ditton shares its borders with several areas we serve. Surbiton is just to the east, Hinchley Wood is to the south across the bypass, and Thames Ditton village is a few minutes west. See the full list on our areas we cover page.
Late nights and early starts
Because our cars start from the local area, Long Ditton is one of the easiest places for us to cover at unusual hours, whether that is a 4am airport run or a pickup after the last train. Book ahead for the busiest nights of the year, such as New Year's Eve.
Booking a car in Long Ditton
Enter your pickup and destination in the form above for a fixed fare, or ring the office on 020 8390 5266. We are open around the clock and accept card and cash.
Long Ditton taxi questions
How quickly can you get a car to Long Ditton?
Our office is based in Long Ditton, so local pickups are often quick. The exact waiting time depends on demand, and the office will tell you when you book.
Can you take me from Long Ditton to Surbiton station?
Yes. It is a short journey, typically 5 to 10 minutes depending on traffic.
Do you go to Kingston Hospital from Long Ditton?
Yes. We take patients and visitors to Kingston Hospital and can collect you after your appointment.
How long is the drive from Long Ditton to Heathrow?
Typically 30 to 35 minutes off-peak, and longer in rush hour.
