Getting Around: Taxis, Parking, and Airport Transfers

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Getting Around: Taxis, Parking, and Airport Transfers



Public Transport

  • Shepherd's Bush Station: Serves the Central Line, offering direct access to Oxford Street, the West End, and the City of London.
  • Notting Hill Gate Station: Central, Circle, and District lines provide easy connections to major tourist attractions.
  • Kensington High Street Station: Circle and District lines for convenient travel across the city.
  • Fulham Broadway Station: District Line, offering direct access to central London and the South Bank.
  • Paddington Station: Great connections via Bakerloo, Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines, as well as National Rail and Heathrow Express.

Restaurants

  • The Ledbury (Notting Hill): A Michelin-starred restaurant offering an unforgettable dining experience with creative British cuisine.
  • Dishoom (Kensington): A popular Indian restaurant known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious Bombay-inspired dishes.
  • Bluebird (Chelsea): An iconic spot in Chelsea offering modern European dishes in a stylish setting.
  • The Cow (Shepherd's Bush): A cozy pub known for its fresh oysters and hearty British fare.
  • Flat Iron (Kensington): A meat-lover's paradise specializing in juicy steaks at affordable prices.

Taxi Services

London's iconic black cabs are available throughout the city, and you can easily book one via apps like Free Now or Gett, which also offer pre-booking services and competitive pricing. Alternatively, ride-sharing apps like Uber and Bolt provide a quick and convenient way to get around.


Link:
Book a Taxi with Free Now
Gett Taxi Service
Uber London
Bolt London

Parking Options

If you're driving in London, finding parking can be challenging, but there are great solutions:

Q-Park offers secure parking locations throughout central London, including near Kensington, Westminster, and the West End. link

JustPark allows you to book parking spaces in advance, with options across the city from residential driveways to parking garages. link

Luggage Storage

To make your stay more comfortable, here are some luggage storage services available throughout London. Whether you have a few hours between check-out and your flight or just need a safe place to store your bags while exploring the city, these services have you covered.


Link: 

LuggageHero

Stasher

Bounce

airports



London offers several transport options to its six major international airports, ensuring easy access from the city center:


  • Heathrow (LHR): Accessible via the Piccadilly Line (45-60 mins), or the fast Heathrow Express (15 mins from Paddington). Coaches and taxis are also available.
  • Gatwick (LGW): The Gatwick Express (30 mins from Victoria Station) and Thameslink trains provide quick access, alongside coach services and taxis.
  • London City (LCY): Reachable via DLR (25-30 mins), or taxis and ride-share options.
  • Stansted (STN): The Stansted Express (45 mins from Liverpool Street) is the fastest option, with budget coaches also available.
  • Luton (LTN): Connected by Thameslink trains (40 mins from St Pancras), plus shuttle buses, taxis, and coaches.
  • Southend (SEN): Reachable by Greater Anglia Trains (53 mins from Liverpool Street).