Lewisham Taxi Service — Local Cabs Across SE13, Catford & Brockley
Trusted Lewisham taxi service across SE13, SE6, SE4 and SE14 — Lewisham Town Centre, Catford, Hither Green, Brockley, Ladywell and New Cross. Door-to-door, fixed-fare cabs; typical local trips start from £6–£9, most short journeys take under 12 minutes.
Lewisham is a major transport interchange — DLR, Southeastern mainline trains and a busy bus station meet at Lewisham Station. Our drivers know the A20 Lewisham Way, the A21 toward Catford and the A205 South Circular — efficient routing for commuter runs, hospital trips and onward airport transfers.
Popular Local Trips
Lewisham · Catford · Brockley · New Cross
A20 Lewisham Way · A21 · A205 South Circular · TfL-licensed & DBS-checked
Lewisham Taxi Coverage — SE13, SE6, SE4, SE14
Local Lewisham taxi service across 4 postcodes — typical short fares start from £6–£9, most local journeys take under 12 minutes. We run 24/7 and confirm all fixed fares before travel.
Common journeys include commuter runs, hospital trips to University Hospital Lewisham (typically 4–8 minutes from Lewisham Town) and onward airport trips to London City (about 20–30 minutes / ~7 miles). Pre-book for guaranteed availability and the best price.
4 Postcodes Covered
Lewisham Sub-Areas We Serve
Fixed fares and named pickups across every neighbourhood. Typical short-hop fares £6–£9; medium trips £10–£16. Door-to-door from any street in SE13, SE6, SE4 and SE14 — see area details and vehicle suggestions below.
Lewisham Town Centre
Lewisham High Street · Loampit Vale · Ladywell Road
Pickups across Lewisham High Street, Lewisham Shopping Centre and streets between Loampit Vale and Ladywell Road. Typical short journeys take 4–12 minutes.
Catford & Hither Green
A21 corridor · Mountsfield Park
SE6 covers Catford (Catford and Catford Bridge stations) and Hither Green. Drivers use the A21 corridor and local shortcuts around Mountsfield Park. Typical hops to Catford Broadway: 6–12 minutes from £6.
Brockley & Ladywell
Brockley (Overground) · Ladywell (Southeastern) · ~10 min walk apart
Brockley Station (Overground) and Ladywell Station (Southeastern) are common pickup points. Typical local rides 6–12 minutes; fixed fares from £7.
New Cross & Surrounding
A2 New Cross Road · Goldsmiths, University of London
SE14 covers New Cross and New Cross Gate, including Goldsmiths, University of London. Journeys to nearby Greenwich or Lewisham town centre: 8–14 minutes.
Lewisham Station Pickups — DLR + Mainline Connections
A major interchange for DLR, Southeastern mainline and local buses. We collect from the station forecourt (near the main entrance) and from nearby roads; pre-booked drivers wait on arrival. Pre-booked pickup wait: under 5 minutes; short-notice averages 10–20 minutes depending on traffic.
Three networks meet at one forecourt
DLR passengers arrive from Bank, Canary Wharf or Stratford; mainline services come from London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross. The taxi rank is on the station forecourt — drivers can meet you there or at an agreed roadside point for accessibility or luggage-heavy pickups.
local_taxiPre-Book Station PickupDLR Inbound
Bank · Canary Wharf · Stratford
Mainline Inbound
London Bridge · Cannon Street · Charing Cross
Onward From Station
Catford · Brockley · New Cross · Hither Green
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Last DLR trains often run around midnight. Pre-booking guarantees a waiting driver and the fastest onward journey to Catford, Brockley or New Cross — rather than relying on rank availability.
accessibleAccessibility & Luggage Pickups
Drivers can meet at the rank or at an agreed roadside point for accessibility or luggage-heavy pickups — specify at booking.
Travel info reference: TfL Lewisham DLR station page (tfl.gov.uk).
Common Lewisham Journeys — Fixed Fares
Typical local journey times and fixed fares — fares are confirmed at booking and do not change with traffic. Short local trips usually take under 12 minutes and start from around £6.
| From — To | Distance | Journey Time | Fixed Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewisham Town → University Hospital Lewisham | 1 mile | 4–8 min | £7 (saloon) |
| Lewisham Station → Catford | 2 miles | 8–12 min | £9 (saloon) |
| Brockley→ New Cross Gate | 1.5 miles | 6–10 min | £8 (saloon) |
| Hither Green → Lewisham Shopping Centre | 1.5 miles | 6–10 min | £8 (saloon) |
| New Cross → Greenwich(cross-borough) | 2 miles | 8–14 min | £10 (saloon) |
Fares are example fixed prices for a standard saloon; estates, MPVs and executive cars carry a small premium. Use the instant quote tool for an exact price for your passengers and luggage.
placeLocal Landmarks Regularly Served
Lewisham Shopping Centre · University Hospital Lewisham · Goldsmiths University · Hilly Fields · Mountsfield Park · Catford Broadway. For hospital runs or university transfers, pre-book to secure driver allocation and the best price.
Onward Connections — London City Airport & Beyond
Fixed-fare airport transfers from any SE13, SE6, SE4 or SE14 address. London City is the closest at ~7 miles via the Blackwall Tunnel; Heathrow and Gatwick are longer (allow 50–90 minutes). Request an instant quote to see live prices and vehicle options.
Closest Airport
Lewisham → London City (LCY)
Distance
~7 mi
Time
20–30 min
Route
Blackwall
Closest airport via the Blackwall Tunnel. Convenient for short-haul European flights — flight monitoring and meet & greet on request.
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Heathrow & Gatwick
Allow 50–90 minutes depending on traffic. Fixed fares confirmed at booking; flight monitoring on returns.
Outer-ring airports
Luton & Stansted
Fixed-fare pre-booked transfers via the M25 and Blackwall approach. See dedicated airport route pages for terminal pickup detail.
Note: This page focuses on local Lewisham taxi services. For terminal pickup detail, vehicle choice and sample fares for airport transfers, click through to the dedicated Stansted Airport taxi service or airport transferspage.
24/7 Lewisham Taxi Service — Every Day of the Year
Pre-dawn pickups, late-night returns and overnight hospital runs — all at the same fixed-fare standard. Late-night short trips typically cost the same as daytime equivalents. Pre-booking is recommended for early-morning and late-evening airport transfers to guarantee a driver and the right car for your group or luggage.
Overnight Hospital Runs
University Hospital Lewisham trips at any hour — same fixed fare standard.
Late-Night DLR Returns
Driver waits at the rank for DLR last-train arrivals around midnight.
Pre-Dawn Airport Pickups
Pre-book to guarantee driver allocation for early flights.
Corporate Accounts
Specialist needs & corporate accounts — contact our 24/7 team.
How to Book a Lewisham Taxi
Under two minutes. Enter pickup and destination, get an instant fixed quote, choose your vehicle and confirm payment. Price, vehicle and driver details shown before you commit.
Enter Pickup & Destination
Online form: postcode, road name, station or landmark all work. The system returns a fixed fare instantly with no obligation. Phone bookings: call our 24/7 line for an agent quote.
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Choose Your Vehicle
Saloon (1–4) for standard trips; estate for extra luggage; MPV (5–6); 8-seater for groups; executive for business. Specify child seats or accessibility needs at booking and we'll allocate the right car.
Confirm & Pay
Pay online by Visa, Mastercard, Amex or PayPal — or pay the driver in cash. Corporate accounts and flexible payment on request. Email confirmation with driver name, vehicle and contact number.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lewisham Taxi Service
How quickly can a taxi reach me in Lewisham?
Short-notice bookings typically reached in 10–20 minutes; pre-booked pickups arrive at the agreed time. For guaranteed timing, pre-book at least 30 minutes ahead — your confirmation shows the exact pickup time and driver details.
Do you cover Catford, Brockley and Ladywell as well as Lewisham?
Yes. We cover Lewisham Town (SE13), Catford and Hither Green (SE6), Brockley and Ladywell (SE4) and New Cross (SE14) with door-to-door service. Fixed fares confirmed at booking so you know the price for your trip in advance.
Can I get a taxi from Lewisham station (DLR or mainline)?
Yes. We collect from the station forecourt or an agreed roadside point. For late-evening arrivals, pre-booking ensures a driver waits on arrival rather than relying on rank availability — this is recommended for DLR last trains.
How much is a taxi from Lewisham to London City Airport?
London City Airport is about 7 miles from Lewisham and typically takes 20–30 minutes by taxi. Stansted Airport Taxi provides a fixed fare quoted before booking — request an instant quote for a live price and vehicle options.
Do you operate 24 hours in Lewisham?
Yes. 24/7 every day of the year, including bank holidays. Early-morning hospital runs and late-night returns available; pre-booking secures the right vehicle for your group and luggage.
Trusted Lewisham taxi across SE13, SE6, SE4 and SE14 — TfL-licensed, 24/7.
From £6 short trips · Lewisham Station forecourt pickup · Hospital & university runs · London City ~7 mi · Late-night DLR cover · No surge.
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