Met at the terminal
A name board and a hand with the luggage as you come off the ship — no rank, no queue.
Ramsgate · Marina & harbour
Ramsgate
transfers.
The only Royal Harbour in the country. A chauffeur for crews, owners and Thanet’s coast, quoted on request.
Distance78 miles to central London
Journey1h 50–2h 20 to London
TerminalsRoyal Harbour Marina · 700 berths
Meet pointPassenger terminal
24/7Reservations & support
5.0★Average client rating
45 minFree wait on arrivals
QuotedTransparent pricing
On the day
Met at the quay, settled in advance.
Your driver meets you at the passenger terminal with a name board and a hand for the luggage; the exact point is confirmed with your booking.
Sailing tracked
We monitor your ship’s arrival and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra cost.
Clear quote up front
We confirm the full price before you travel — no meter and no surprises.
Around the clock
Drivers available for the earliest departures and the latest arrivals alike.
Choose your car
The Ramsgate fleet.
Six classes, from an everyday saloon to a 8-seat van. Every Ramsgate transfer is quoted individually — call 020 8742 2888.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius or similar | 4 | 2 | On request |
| Estate | Skoda Octavia or similar | 4 | 4 | On request |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | On request |
| MPV | VW Sharan or similar | 5 | 5 | On request |
| Van | Mercedes Vito or similar | 8 | 8 | On request |
| Executive Van | Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 8 | On request |
Always included
One price,
everything in it.
- A driver waiting at the terminal with a name board — met in person, not messaged
- 60 minutes of complimentary waiting after a flight lands, 15 minutes on other pickups
- We track your ship’s return — delays are absorbed automatically, at no extra cost
- All road tolls, plus the London Congestion Charge and ULEZ, included in your price
- Child and booster seats fitted on request (£8 each)
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
How to book
Four steps
to a waiting car.
01
Tell us your journey
Your pickup point and time, and where you are heading. Online in a minute, or one call to the office.
02
Choose your vehicle
From a saloon to an executive van — a fixed or fully-quoted price shown before you commit.
03
Add any extras
Child seats, extra luggage, a courtesy stop — tell us and it is arranged in advance.
04
Confirm and relax
You receive your driver's name, photo and number, plus live updates on the day.
Weigh it up
Getting to & from Ramsgate.
How a private chauffeur compares with the alternatives for Ramsgate.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train / coach | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Luggage, crowds and no door-to-door service |
| Metered taxi | 1h 50–2h 20 to London | Metered — unpredictable | Fare not fixed; higher at peak times |
| Rideshare app | 1h 50–2h 20 to London | Surge pricing | No meet & greet; peak-time cancellations |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 1h 50–2h 20 to London | Agreed in advance | Met on arrival, journey tracked, one clear price |
Worth knowing
Good to know about Ramsgate.
Where your driver meets you
Your chauffeur waits at the passenger terminal at Ramsgate with a name board and helps with the luggage — ideal after a long cruise or crossing.
Tolls & charges included
Your fixed price already includes every road toll, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge. There is nothing to add at the kerb.
Traffic & timing
Expect 1h 50–2h 20 to london. Your driver plans around live traffic and your real arrival time.
Licensed, insured, vetted
Every P5 chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
When to book
The busy windows here are turnaround Saturdays and the summer season, when a whole ship’s worth of passengers move at once. Book 48–72 hours ahead for Ramsgate to be sure of an estate or MPV for the cases.
Payment & accounts
Settle by card when you book, in cash on the day, or on account with a single monthly invoice for regular travellers. What you agree is the whole cost; a tip is welcome but never assumed.
Off the ship at Ramsgate, into a waiting car
Ramsgate Royal Harbour handles ferry crossings through royal harbour marina · 700 berths, and the end of a voyage is exactly the wrong moment to negotiate transport. Disembarkation is staggered, luggage arrives in waves, and the taxi queue outside grows faster than it moves. A pre-booked chauffeur removes all of it: your driver is at the terminal before you clear the gangway, tracking the ship rather than the clock.
The booking works the way it should. The price is agreed in full before you travel, with tolls and pickup fees inside it. Delays are absorbed automatically — we watch the sailing and move the pickup to match, with 15 minutes of complimentary waiting on top. Luggage is handled, child seats on request (£8 each), and cancellation costs nothing up to 24 hours before pickup.
Transfers from Ramsgate are quoted individually and confirmed before you commit — every class from a saloon to a 8-seat van, typically 1h 50–2h 20 to london, door to door with no meter running.
Frequent runs
From Ramsgate to…
A selection of popular destinations. Every route is quoted on request.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| Ramsgate | 10–20 min | Quote |
| Margate | 15–25 min | Quote |
| Canterbury | 45 min–1h | Quote |
| Dover | 45 min–1h 05 | Quote |
| Central London | 2h 20–3h 15 | Quote |
Popular transfers
Ramsgate transfer guides.
Details
Ramsgate at a glance.
- Type
- Marina & harbour
- Region
- London & South East
- Nearest city
- Ramsgate
- Distance
- 78 miles to central London
- Typical journey
- 1h 50–2h 20 to London
- Terminals
- Royal Harbour Marina · 700 berths
- Meet point
- Passenger terminal, name board
- Country
- United Kingdom
Where will I meet my driver at Ramsgate?
Your driver waits at the passenger terminal with a name board and helps with your luggage. The exact meeting point is confirmed with your booking.
What if my ship is delayed?
We track your ship’s return and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. You also get 15 minutes of complimentary waiting.
How much is a Ramsgate transfer?
We quote every Ramsgate transfer individually — call 020 8742 2888 or ask online and we confirm the full price before you travel.
How long does the journey take?
Typically 1h 50–2h 20 to London, depending on your exact destination and traffic.
Are tolls and congestion charges included?
Yes. Your price includes all road tolls, the Congestion Charge and the ULEZ charge.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes — infant, child and booster seats on request (£8 each). Just add them when you book.
Are your drivers licensed?
Every chauffeur is TfL-licensed private hire, fully insured and DBS-checked.
Do you cover late-night and early departures?
Yes. We operate 24/7, every day of the year, including the earliest sailings and the last arrivals.
How do I pay, and is tipping expected?
Pay by card online, by cash to your driver, or on a corporate account. A tip is appreciated but never expected.
Can you take larger groups and luggage?
Yes. Our executive MPVs seat up to seven and vans up to 8 — ideal for cruise luggage and groups.
“Always had great conversations with the drivers during the multiple trips I had with P5. I strongly recommend.”
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