Paddington is the London end of Great Western Railway, with trains from Reading, Oxford, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Plymouth and Cornwall. Our Paddington station taxi meets you at the station and takes you home to Thames Ditton on a fixed fare. It is a sensible choice after a long trip back from the West Country with holiday luggage, or a late GWR arrival when connections south are thinning out.
A west London station, a west London route
Paddington is on the western side of central London, which helps the journey south-west. Drivers typically head through Kensington and Hammersmith, then on through Barnes, Richmond or along the A3 depending on traffic, before reaching Thames Ditton over the Kingston or Hampton Court side. It is around 15 miles in total.
| Arrival time | Typical journey |
|---|---|
| Late evening and weekends | 35–50 minutes |
| Weekday daytime | 50–65 minutes |
| Weekday evening peak | 65–85 minutes |
Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line arrivals
Paddington is also the terminus for the Heathrow Express, and the Elizabeth line runs through the station. If you have flown in and taken the train into Paddington, it is usually quicker to go straight from Heathrow Airport to Thames Ditton by car, as Heathrow is much closer to KT7 than central London is. We are happy to quote for either option.
Pickups at Paddington
As a licensed private hire service we cannot use the black-cab rank. When you book, we confirm a pickup point near the station. Call the office on 020 8390 5266 once you are through the ticket gates and we will direct you to your driver. If your train is delayed on the way from the west, ring us and we will adjust.
Holiday returns from Devon and Cornwall
In summer, families often come back from holidays in the South West, often with bodyboards, cool bags and a dog. We can help with all of that. For a family with lots of luggage, the 6 seater taxi gives plenty of room. If the dog is travelling with you, see our pet friendly taxi page and mention your pet when you book.
From Thames Ditton to Paddington
For outbound trains we can collect from home and drop you at Paddington with time to spare. We cover all our local areas, including Hampton, East Molesey and Claygate. Heading north instead? See our Euston station taxi.
Oxford, Reading and Bristol business trips
GWR's fast trains between Paddington, Reading, Oxford and Bristol are busy with business travellers. If you are heading out early for a meeting, a car from Thames Ditton to Paddington lets you avoid changing at Waterloo onto the Underground with a laptop bag. Coming back in the evening, we can have a car waiting so you can go straight home. If you need a receipt for your employer, ask the office when you book.
How to book
Use the booking form at the top of this page for a fixed quote, or call 020 8390 5266. The office is open 24/7, and you can pay by card or cash.
Paddington taxi questions
How long is the taxi from Paddington to Thames Ditton?
Typically 35 to 50 minutes in the evening and 50 to 65 minutes during weekday daytime, with longer journeys in the peak.
Is it quicker to get a car from Heathrow than from Paddington?
Usually, yes. Heathrow is much closer to Thames Ditton, so if you have just flown in, a car straight from the airport is normally the shorter trip.
Can my dog travel with us from Paddington?
Tell us about your pet when you book and we will arrange a suitable car. Assistance dogs are carried at no extra charge in line with the law.
Where is the pickup point?
We agree a pickup point near the station when you book. Call the office once you are through the gates.
Can I pay the driver in cash?
Yes. Cash and card are both accepted.
