Professional taxi service from King's Cross, London's busiest rail hub. Arriving on the East Coast express, connecting to Eurostar at St Pancras, or heading to Heathrow, Gatwick or a London hotel — RushXO gets you there at a fare fixed before you travel. No queue at the rank, no meter, no surge. DBS-checked drivers, TfL Licence 11588.
About King's Cross
King's Cross sits at the north edge of central London, anchoring one of Britain's busiest transport precincts. The East Coast Main Line brings expresses from Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds and York into its famous Victorian train shed; six Underground lines run beneath it; and St Pancras International — the Eurostar terminal for Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam — is directly across the road, alongside Thameslink and Midlands services.
That traffic has a cost: the station's taxi rank is frequently overwhelmed, with long queues at morning and evening peaks, after late arrivals from Scotland, and on weekend mornings. Booking a fixed-price RushXO car means your driver is already assigned when your train pulls in — no queue, no meter, and a fare agreed before you left home.
How to book
Pickup at King's Cross (or St Pancras), your destination — airport, hotel or London address — plus your train's arrival time, passengers and luggage.
See your guaranteed price and choose the vehicle — saloon, executive, MPV or 8-seater. No surge, no meter; the fare is confirmed before you travel.
Driver details and the exact pickup point arrive by SMS. Step out of the station, find the registration plate, and let the driver take the luggage.
Routes & fares
The most-requested journeys from King's Cross, all at fixed prices agreed at booking. Saloon fares shown (up to 4 passengers); executive, MPV and 8-seater options are quoted alongside. For any route not listed, call 02088889988 or get an instant quote online.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow (LHR) | 22 mi | 60–105 min | £70 |
| Gatwick (LGW) | 30 mi | 65–100 min | £75 |
| Stansted (STN) | 33 mi | 55–90 min | £70 |
| Luton (LTN) | 30 mi | 50–85 min | £65 |
| London City (LCY) | 9 mi | 25–50 min | £40 |
| Destination | Typical time | From |
|---|---|---|
| St Pancras International (Eurostar) | 2–5 min · across the road | £8 |
| Euston Station | 5–12 min | £10 |
| Liverpool Street | 10–20 min | £12 |
| Victoria Station | 15–28 min | £15 |
| Waterloo Station | 15–25 min | £14 |
| Paddington Station | 15–28 min | £16 |
| London Bridge | 15–25 min | £14 |
| Destination | Typical time | From |
|---|---|---|
| British Museum, Bloomsbury | 5–12 min | £8 |
| West End theatres & Soho | 10–18 min | £12 |
| Covent Garden | 12–20 min | £12 |
| Oxford Street & Mayfair | 12–25 min | £14 |
| Westminster & Buckingham Palace | 15–25 min | £14 |
| London Eye & South Bank | 18–30 min | £16 |
| Tower of London | 15–30 min | £15 |
| City of London (Bank, St Paul's) | 15–25 min | £15 |
| Canary Wharf | 30–50 min | £30 |
All fares fixed and confirmed at booking. Journey times vary with traffic. The Congestion Charge and any airport forecourt fee, where applicable, are always disclosed at booking — never added on the day.
Get a fixed quote for your route →Why choose us
The King's Cross rank routinely backs up at peaks and after late Scottish arrivals. Your RushXO driver is assigned before your train arrives — walk out and go.
Busy Friday evening, bad weather, event night — your price never changes. Agreed at booking, ideal for expense reports and budgeting.
Running late out of Edinburgh or York? One message and we move your pickup at no charge. We track major services automatically.
Our drivers know the King's Cross layout, the fastest exits, St Pancras set-down points and the best routes out of the Euston Road traffic.
Every driver is DBS checked and contracted directly to RushXO, under TfL Private Hire Operator licence 11588 — not a gig-economy rota.
First train north at dawn or the last arrival after midnight — call 02088889988 any hour and reach a UK-based controller.
Vehicle fleet
Reviews
★★★★★"I use RushXO every time I catch the train from King's Cross. Fixed price is brilliant — I know my taxi cost before I leave home. Driver helped with my luggage both times."
★★★★★"Arrived on the 6 PM express from Edinburgh, baggage everywhere. Booked RushXO via WhatsApp from the platform. Car was waiting in 12 minutes. Brilliant service, reasonable price."
★★★★★"Three families arriving together with kids and luggage. RushXO arranged two MPVs. Both drivers were punctual, friendly and helpful. Stress-free start to our London holiday."
★★★★★"As someone who travels to London twice a month, consistency is everything. RushXO delivers it every time. Same fair price, same professional service."
★★★★★"My train was delayed 45 minutes. One WhatsApp to RushXO and they adjusted the pickup time with no extra charge. That's service. Booking with them next trip for sure."
★★★★★"Eurostar at St Pancras with a mountain of ski luggage. Driver was at the set-down point exactly on time and we made check-in with ages to spare."
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FAQ
Book online at rushxo.com, on WhatsApp, or call 02088889988. Enter your pickup (King's Cross), destination and arrival time for an instant fixed quote.
Fixed-price taxi from King's Cross to Heathrow starts from £70 for a saloon (up to 4 passengers). The journey typically takes 60–105 minutes depending on traffic. No meter, no surge.
Yes. Book via WhatsApp or phone when your train pulls in — pickup is usually within 10–20 minutes. Or book in advance if you know your arrival time.
Notify us of the delay by WhatsApp or phone and we adjust the pickup time at no extra charge. We also track major East Coast services automatically.
Pickup instructions come with your booking confirmation — usually a named exit or set-down point. You'll also receive the driver's name, vehicle and registration by SMS.
Yes. St Pancras International is directly across the road from King's Cross and we arrange Eurostar pickups and drop-offs there daily. Tell us your Eurostar time and we build in margin for check-in.
Yes, luggage assistance is free. Tell us about large or heavy luggage at booking so we allocate the right vehicle.
Yes. Saloons (4 passengers), executive cars, MPV 6-seaters and 8-seater minibuses are all available at fixed prices. Choose your vehicle when you get your quote.
Yes. Every RushXO driver is DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked, and RushXO holds TfL Private Hire Operator licence 11588.
Yes — early trains to Scotland or late-night arrivals, we're always available. Same fixed prices, no night or holiday surcharges.
Cash, card and digital payments. Corporate clients can arrange an account with monthly billing.
Yes, child seats are available on request. Specify the child's age when booking.
Yes. Wheelchair-accessible taxis are available — mention accessibility needs when booking.
Book instantly for immediate pickup or schedule weeks ahead. For peak times (7–9 AM, 5–7 PM) and weekend mornings, booking early is wise.
Yes, but it's often crowded at peak hours with long queues. Booking with RushXO means your driver is assigned before you arrive — no queue, and a fixed fare instead of the meter.
Coverage
We collect from King's Cross, St Pancras and every surrounding neighbourhood — if your pickup is anywhere in the N1C precinct or nearby, we're already close.
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Safety & trust
Licence number 11588. RushXO operates under full Transport for London regulation and oversight — not an unlicensed operator or rideshare aggregator.
Every driver undergoes comprehensive Disclosure and Barring Service checks before joining the King's Cross rota.
Public liability and verified vehicle insurance on every car, regular maintenance and MOT checks, and GDPR-compliant handling of your data.
Fixed prices · DBS-checked drivers · 24/7 · TfL Licence 11588 · no surge, no meter, no queue