West Midlands · B67 · LGW

Smethwick to Gatwick.

158.4 miles from Smethwick to North and South terminals — about 2 hr 56 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 4 hr 5 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £304, agreed before you travel.

Distance
158.4 mi
Off-peak
2 hr 56 min
Traffic allowance
about 4 hr 5 min
Saloon
£304
Back home
£304

Instant fixed price

Smethwick, West MidlandsGatwick Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £304 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £344 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £431 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £378 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £418 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £557 Book

Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.

SmethwickGatwick Airport
158.4 miles · about 2 hr 56 min off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Smethwick.

Planning examples for Gatwick, using assumed airport arrival allowances of 2 hours for short-haul or 3 hours for long-haul, the estimated drive and 15 additional minutes. Your airline may require earlier arrival. Times marked • use a traffic allowance; congestion can exceed it.

Flight departsShort-haul: example pickupLong-haul: example pickup
06:0000:4923:49 (night before)
08:3003:1902:19
11:0004:40 •03:40 •
14:0007:40 •06:40 •
17:3012:1911:19
20:3014:10 •13:10 •

Coming home

Landing at Gatwick.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 2 hr 56 min on the road (longer in the rush). Actual clearance and baggage times vary. Keep the team informed of delays and confirm your collection arrangement.

Flight landsHome in Smethwick around
07:3012:20 •
12:0015:41
17:0021:50 •
22:3002:11 (next day)

Pickup in Smethwick

Collected from the door.

Your address

Anywhere in Smethwick

Door to door from any home or office in B67 and around. Give us the address when you book; the driver comes to the door and loads the luggage.

Stations

Stations in our directory

  • Smethwick Rolfe Street0.2 mi
  • Smethwick Galton Bridge0.5 mi
  • The Hawthorns0.7 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • Marsons Court Short Stay Apartments0.3 mi
  • Hotel Dinara1.0 mi
  • Bearwood Court Hotel1.1 mi
  • Mercure Birmingham West HotelB70 6RS

Gatwick Airport

At the airport.

Flying out

Drop-off

You are set down at the departures drop-off of your terminal; the airport drop-off charge is already in the price.

Flying home

Meeting your driver

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall of your terminal, North or South, with a name board. Your flight is tracked, so the pickup moves with the landing time. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Good to know

North and South terminals

Gatwick is split between two terminals about a mile apart, linked by a free shuttle train. Your booking needs the right one.

Everything about Gatwick Airport transfers →

Planning your Gatwick pickup

Passenger collection is available in the Short Stay car parks. North and South are separate terminals: give the terminal shown for your flight when arranging collection.

For P5 meet-and-greet bookings, check your confirmation for the meeting point and contact details. Keep your phone available after landing, and contact the team if baggage, immigration or assistance takes longer than expected. Do not move to a different terminal or car park without agreeing it with your driver.

Official Gatwick collection information. Airport guidance checked 21 October 2026; check the airport website for changes before travel.

Passenger help · Changing airports between flights · Choose a vehicle for your passengers and luggage

Compare

Every London airport from Smethwick.

Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Luton 99.6 mi1 hr 57 min£234
Heathrow 120.8 mi2 hr 15 min£259
Stansted 134.3 mi2 hr 42 min£282
London City 139.5 mi2 hr 45 min£280
Gatwick (this page) 158.4 mi2 hr 56 min£304

Good to know

Smethwick to Gatwick
questions.

How far is Smethwick from Gatwick Airport?

About 158.4 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 2 hr 56 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 4 hr 5 min. Luton is closer to Smethwick (1 hr 57 min), but Gatwick is 2 hr 56 min away.

How much is a taxi from Smethwick to Gatwick?

A fixed-price Saloon is £304 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £304 for the journey back from the airport. The airport charge, flight tracking and waiting time on arrival are included. Pick your date and time on this page for the exact fare.

What time should I leave Smethwick for a morning flight from Gatwick?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Smethwick by about 03:19; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 02:19. These are planning examples, not latest safe departure times. Follow your airline’s check-in advice and allow extra time for disruption.

Where will my driver meet me at Gatwick?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall of your terminal, North or South, with a name board. Your flight is tracked, so the pickup moves with the landing time. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Smethwick?

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Smethwick Rolfe Street and Smethwick Galton Bridge stations. Give us the exact address and entrance so your quote reflects the actual journey.

Is it cheaper to book a return?

Booking the return with the outward journey takes 5% off the return leg, and the driver tracks your flight home so the pickup moves with the landing time.

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