The route
About 80 miles by road, usually 1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min. Drivers normally use the M25 and M11.
College streets are often closed to through traffic. Name the lodge or hotel gate.
Thames · Heathrow terminals 2–5
Cambridge to Heathrow transfer
Cambridge is reached from Heathrow round the north side of the M25 and up the M11. The drive is straightforward until the last miles into the city.
About this route
Cambridge to Heathrow by private car
Pickup in Cambridge
Any address in the area, for example:
- Cambridge Station
- College and city hotels
- Homes and science parks around the city
Drop-off at Heathrow
Choose Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5 and the driver drops you at departures. Set the pickup time from the journey time plus your airline's check-in time.
FAQ
Cambridge to Heathrow: questions and answers
How much is a transfer from Cambridge to Heathrow?
The price depends on the exact address in Cambridge and the Heathrow terminal. Enter both in the form and the fare is worked out from the route before you send the booking. The fare is for the whole car, not per passenger. Kent towns such as Dover and Canterbury are booked on rideconnectuk.com.
How long does Cambridge to Heathrow take by car?
The road journey is about 80 miles and usually takes 1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min, mostly on the M25 and M11. Traffic on the M25 and the motorway into the city can make it longer.
What time should I leave Cambridge for my flight?
Take the journey time of 1 h 30 min to 2 h 15 min and add the check-in time your airline asks for, plus a margin for traffic. Set that as the pickup time in the form.
Which Heathrow terminals do you cover?
Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Choose the terminal in the form. Your airline's booking or the Heathrow website shows which terminal your flight uses.
What if we have a lot of luggage or a bigger group?
Choose the number of passengers and large bags, and pick an MPV for more room. For larger groups, call or message dispatch and we will price it with you.
How can I pay?
Cash to the driver, bank transfer, or card online when the route has a price. You choose in the second step of the booking.
Can I book the return from Heathrow to Cambridge?
Yes. Tick "Add the return journey" in the form, or use the Heathrow to Cambridge page.
Across England
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South WestHeathrow to BristolHeathrow to Bristol city, the harbourside and the surrounding area.About 120 miles · 2 h to 2 h 45 minGet a fare
Booking for a group or an unusual address?
Call or message dispatch and we will price it with you.