King's Cross is the gateway to the east coast of Britain. LNER trains run from here to Peterborough, York, Leeds, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and Great Northern services head to Cambridge and Hertfordshire. Right next door, St Pancras International handles the Eurostar to Paris and Brussels, plus Thameslink and East Midlands Railway trains. From Hounslow, all of that is on the far side of London.
Getting from Hounslow to King's Cross
By tube, the Piccadilly line runs from Hounslow to King's Cross St Pancras without a change, but it is a long ride of around an hour with many stops, and there is no step-free help at every station. With a heavy case or a family in tow, a taxi is far more comfortable.
The usual route is the A4 Great West Road, the A40 Westway and then Marylebone Road and Euston Road. It is around 14 to 16 miles. Typical times:
- Early morning or late evening: about 40 to 50 minutes.
- Weekday daytime: 55 to 70 minutes.
- Weekday rush hour: allow 75 minutes or more.
The Euston Road can be slow at peak times, so we include a buffer when we suggest your pick-up time.
Where you will be dropped
Drivers use the nearest permitted set-down point for King's Cross or St Pancras, depending on which one you need. Tell us your train operator when you book. If you are taking the Eurostar, we will aim for St Pancras International, where you need to check in well before departure.
Catching the Eurostar from Hounslow
Eurostar asks passengers to arrive in good time for passport and security checks, and the gates close before departure. Because the drive from Hounslow can vary, we plan Eurostar pick-ups conservatively, especially on Friday mornings and before school holidays. Travelling as a family or group with suitcases? A 7 seater taxi gets everyone there together.
Collections from King's Cross
Coming back to Hounslow after a long train journey, especially late at night, is where a booked taxi makes the biggest difference. Give us your train time and the station, and the driver will be waiting at the agreed meeting point. If your train is delayed, call us and we will adjust the pick-up.
Nearby stations and connections
King's Cross is a short walk from Euston, so we can also take you there if you are changing to the west coast line. For trains to the west of England, Paddington is much closer to Hounslow. Flying from Stansted instead of taking the train? See our Stansted taxi page.
Vehicles and luggage
A saloon suits up to four passengers with a case each, and an estate gives extra space. For groups of five or more, choose an MPV. All fares are fixed when you book, and you can pay by card or cash.
Who we collect from
We pick up across the borough and nearby, including Heston, Isleworth, Cranford and Hounslow West. Customers near the A4 and M4, like those in Heston, have a slightly quicker start to the journey.
Planning a family trip north
For a family trip to Yorkshire or Scotland, a taxi from your door to the platform makes a long day easier. Book your return at the same time if you know your train home, and the driver will be waiting when you arrive back.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a taxi from Hounslow to King's Cross?
Typically 50 to 70 minutes via the A4, the A40 Westway and Euston Road. Allow longer in the weekday rush hour.
Can you drop me at St Pancras for the Eurostar?
Yes. Tell us you are catching the Eurostar and the driver will use the nearest permitted set-down point for St Pancras International.
Is the taxi quicker than the Piccadilly line?
The tube can take around an hour with no change, but a taxi is door to door and much easier with luggage, children or late at night.
Can I book a pick-up from King's Cross back to Hounslow?
Yes. Give us your train time and we will be there. If the train is delayed, call us and we will adjust the pick-up.
Do you charge extra for luggage?
Your fare is fixed when you book. Tell us how many bags you have so we send a vehicle with enough space.