Dover to London taxi transfer: Private car, 2 hours

Two hours from the port to your London destination

A one-way private taxi transfer from Dover seaport to London with meet-and-greet service, 30 minutes free waiting time, and your choice of sedan, MPV or minibus. Your driver meets you at the terminal, confirms pickup details 24 hours ahead, and drives you safely to your London address in an air-conditioned vehicle stocked with bottled water.

The experience

The transfer works like this: you book your vehicle type at checkout, and the operator calls 24 hours before your arrival to lock in the details. When your ship docks, your driver meets you at the terminal reception with a meet-and-greet service, so you don't hunt for a pickup point. From there it's a straight drive to London: roughly two hours depending on traffic and your exact destination.

You get 30 minutes of free waiting time from the moment your cruise arrives, which covers the time it takes to clear the port and gather your group. If you need longer, waiting time beyond that runs at £0.40 per minute. The vehicle is air-conditioned and stocked with bottled water. All fees and taxes are built into the price. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children, though these cost £10 extra per seat and fit only in the MPV options.

Choose your vehicle size at booking: sedan or executive sedan for up to four passengers, MPV or executive MPV for up to six with luggage, or minibus for larger groups. The drivers speak English fluently and keep the vehicles clean. If anything goes wrong en route, you have emergency contact numbers to reach the operator immediately.

What’s included

• Private transportation in your choice of vehicle.
• meet-and-greet service at the terminal.
• 30 minutes free waiting time from cruise arrival.
• bottled water.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

5 options

Sedan transfer from Dover to LondonUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeStandard meet-and-greet, standard sedan: Toyota Prius or similar. This vehicle can carry 3 passengers, 2 check-in bags and 2 hand bags. Pickup is included.

MPV transfer from Dover to LondonUp to 5 per booking · No fixed timeStandard meet-and-greet MPV: Ford Galaxy or similar. This vehicle can carry 5 people with 4 check-in suitcases and 4 cabin-size hand bags. A child, booster or infant seat can be supplied for an extra charge; see the exclusions section. Pickup is included.

Dover to London: executive sedanUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeExecutive meet-and-greet with 10 minutes of free waiting time from the house or hotel. Executive sedan: a chauffeur-driven Mercedes E Class or BMW 5 Series, with a mobile phone charger and a bottle of water provided. Pickup is included.

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Minibus transfer from Dover to LondonUp to 8 per booking · No fixed timeStandard meet-and-greet, 8-seater minibus: Ford Tourneo Custom or similar. This vehicle can carry 8 people with 6 check-in suitcases and 6 cabin-size hand bags. A child, booster or infant seat can be supplied for an extra charge; see the exclusions section. Pickup is included.

Dover to London: executive MPVUp to 6 per booking · No fixed timeExecutive meet-and-greet service with 10 minutes of free waiting time at the house or hotel. Executive MPV: Mercedes V Class or similar. This vehicle can carry 6 people with 6 check-in suitcases and 6 cabin-size hand bags. A child, booster or infant seat can be supplied for an extra charge; see the exclusions section. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by MiniCabRide

Is this one for you?Book the sedan or executive sedan if it's just you and a partner; choose an MPV if your group includes luggage or a child seat; pick the minibus if you're traveling with a larger party and want everyone in one vehicle rather than splitting into two cars.

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Top questions

How does the meet-and-greet service work when I arrive at Dover?

Your driver meets you at the terminal reception after your ship docks, so you don't need to arrange a meeting point or search the port. The operator calls 24 hours before arrival to confirm the details and your driver's name.

What happens if I need more than 30 minutes of waiting time at the port?

The first 30 minutes of waiting from your cruise arrival time are free. Any waiting beyond that is charged at £0.40 per minute, so you only pay for the extra time you actually need.

Which vehicle should I book for my group size?

Sedans fit up to four passengers; MPVs hold up to six with luggage; minibuses accommodate larger groups. Executive versions of sedan and MPV are available if you prefer a higher-spec vehicle. All prices are per vehicle, not per person.

Are infant or child seats available?

Specialized infant seats can be provided for £10 extra per seat, but they are only available in the MPV options, not sedans or minibuses. Book this add-on at checkout when you select your vehicle.

How far in advance do I need to book, and when will the driver contact me?

Once you complete your booking, the operator calls the phone number you provide to confirm all details 24 hours before your cruise arrives. This gives you time to finalize your destination address and any special requests.