Met on the concourse
A name board and a hand with the bags as you come off the train — no rank, no queue.
Reading · Rail station
Reading
transfers.
A major Thames Valley interchange. An onward chauffeur from Reading to Heathrow, London and the M4 corridor.
Distance40 miles to central London
Journey10–20 min across Reading
ServicesGWR · Elizabeth line · CrossCountry
Meet pointConcourse, name board
24/7Reservations & support
5.0★Average client rating
45 minFree wait on arrivals
FixedTransparent pricing
On the day
Met on the concourse, settled in advance.
Your driver meets you on the concourse with a name board; the exact pickup point is confirmed with your booking.
Train tracked
We monitor your service and adjust the pickup for delays automatically, at no extra cost.
Fixed on booking
The price you agree is the price you pay — no meter, no surprises.
Around the clock
Drivers available for the earliest departures and the latest arrivals alike.
Choose your car
Reading from £47.
Six classes, one standard of care. Saloon, off-peak. Rush hour, nights (10pm–6am) and bank holidays cost more — your quote shows the exact price before you book. Once you book, the price never changes.
| Class | Example | Seats | Luggage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Toyota Prius or similar | 4 | 2 | £47 |
| Estate | Skoda Octavia or similar | 4 | 4 | £54 |
| Executive | Mercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series | 3 | 3 | £98 |
| MPV | VW Sharan or similar | 5 | 5 | £62 |
| Van | Mercedes Vito or similar | 8 | 8 | £72 |
| Executive Van | Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 8 | £129 |
Always included
One price,
everything in it.
- A driver waiting on the concourse 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 train — 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 Reading.
How a private chauffeur compares with the alternatives for Reading.
| How you travel | Time | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train / coach | Varies · often with changes | Cheapest | Luggage, crowds and no door-to-door service |
| Metered taxi | 10–20 min across Reading | Metered — unpredictable | Fare not fixed; higher at peak times |
| Rideshare app | 10–20 min across Reading | Surge pricing | No meet & greet; peak-time cancellations |
| P5 Chauffeur Recommended | 10–20 min across Reading | Fixed from £47 | Met on arrival, journey tracked, one clear price |
Worth knowing
Good to know about Reading.
Where your driver meets you
Your chauffeur waits on the concourse at Reading with a name board, or at the designated pickup point for larger stations.
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 10–20 min across reading. 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
Friday evenings and the first and last trains of the day are the busiest windows. Booking 24–48 hours ahead guarantees your preferred vehicle class; same-day is often possible.
Payment & accounts
Pay by card online, by cash to your driver, or on a corporate account with consolidated invoicing. The price you agree is complete — tipping is appreciated, never expected.
A Reading transfer, done properly
Reading Station is served by gwr · elizabeth line · crosscountry, and the walk from platform to street is where a long journey either ends well or falls apart. A pre-booked chauffeur means no taxi queue and no last-minute price changes at the barrier — your driver is on the concourse with a name board before the train arrives, tracking the service rather than the timetable.
What you get is certainty. A fixed fare when you book with every toll and fee already in it, a tracked train that moves the pickup rather than the bill, and a driver who handles the luggage. child seats on request (£8 each) and cancellation is free up to 24 hours ahead.
Transfers from Reading start at £47 for a saloon; estates, executive cars, MPVs and 8-seat vans are priced the same transparent way. It is typically 10–20 min across reading — door to door, one price, no meter running.
Frequent runs
From Reading to…
Fixed prices to the destinations our clients ask for most. Anywhere else — just ask.
| Destination | Journey | From |
|---|---|---|
| Reading town centre | 10–20 min | £47 |
| Heathrow Airport | 1h 05–1h 30 | £102 |
| Windsor | 45 min–1h 05 | £79 |
| Central London | 1h 30–2h 05 | £114 |
| Oxford | 1h 10–1h 35 | £92 |
Popular transfers
Reading transfer guides.
Details
Reading at a glance.
- Type
- Rail station
- Region
- London & South East
- Nearest city
- Reading
- Distance
- 40 miles to central London
- Typical journey
- 10–20 min across Reading
- Services
- GWR · Elizabeth line · CrossCountry
- Meet point
- Concourse, name board
- Country
- United Kingdom
Where will I meet my driver at Reading?
Your driver waits on the concourse with a name board, or at the station's designated pickup point. The exact spot is confirmed with your booking.
What if my train is delayed?
We track your train and adjust the pickup automatically, at no extra charge. You also get 15 minutes of complimentary waiting.
How much is a Reading transfer?
Fixed fares from £47 for a saloon to Reading, confirmed before you book. Larger vehicles are priced up front too.
How long does the journey take?
Typically 10–20 min across Reading, 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.
“I use P5 Chauffeurs every time I fly into and out of London. I'm impressed by their reliability, punctuality, and all-around professionalism. P5 is always my first choice.”
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