We arrange Tolworth minicabs for local trips, station runs and fixed-price airport transfers, 24 hours a day. Tolworth sits right on the A3, which makes it one of the best-connected spots in the borough for longer journeys. Book online or call 020 3740 4439.
About Tolworth
Tolworth is in the south of the Royal Borough of Kingston, between Surbiton and Ewell. Its landmark is Tolworth Tower, the tall office block next to the busy A3 junction, and the shops along Tolworth Broadway serve the surrounding streets. Tolworth station is on the Chessington branch line, with trains towards Waterloo. The A240 Kingston Road heads south-east from here towards Ewell and Epsom.
Popular journeys from Tolworth
| Popular journey | Typical time* |
|---|---|
| Tolworth to Kingston town centre | 10–15 min |
| Tolworth to Surbiton station | 5–10 min |
| Tolworth to Gatwick Airport | 40–55 min |
| Tolworth to Heathrow Airport | 35–50 min |
*Typical drive times, not guaranteed. Traffic and time of day make a big difference.
Right on the A3
The A3 runs through Tolworth, so heading north into London or south to the M25 is quick once you are moving. That helps for Gatwick, which is usually reached via the M25 and M23, or via Ewell and Reigate when the motorway is slow. The flip side is that the Tolworth junction itself gets very busy at rush hour, so book early morning flights and trains with a margin.
Local trips
Many Tolworth journeys are short: to Surbiton station for a fast train, into Kingston for shopping, or across to Hook and Chessington. With a dog in tow? Use our pet friendly taxi booking. For regular term-time journeys, see school run taxi.
Heading to central London
From Tolworth, a ride up the A3 into London is direct. For trains from the big terminals, see our London Bridge station taxi and Waterloo pages.
Where we pick up
We cover Tolworth, Berrylands, Hook and the roads towards Ewell. Neighbouring Surbiton and Chessington have their own pages.
The Tolworth junction at peak times
The junction where the A3 meets Ewell Road and the A240 is one of the busiest in the borough. Traffic heading north towards London queues in the morning, and the slip roads back up in the evening. If you are booking an early flight or train, it is worth starting a few minutes earlier than the typical drive time suggests. Outside rush hour, the junction is usually clear, and the A3 makes Tolworth a quick starting point for longer journeys.
Epsom and Ewell trips
Tolworth sits close to the border with Epsom and Ewell, and many local journeys head that way: to Ewell village, to Epsom town centre, or to Epsom Downs on race days. These are short trips by car but awkward by bus. Tell us your destination and pick-up time and we will arrange it.
Local places we drive to
- Surbiton station for fast trains to Waterloo.
- Kingston town centre and Kingston Hospital.
- Tolworth Broadway shops and Tolworth station.
- Chessington World of Adventures, a short drive south.
Booking for an early flight from Tolworth
Because the A3 is so close, early-morning airport runs from Tolworth are usually smooth. For a 7am flight from Gatwick, most travellers leave Tolworth between 4:30am and 5am. For Heathrow, a little later is often fine. Give us your flight time when you book and we will suggest a pick-up time with a sensible margin.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a minicab from Tolworth to Kingston?
Typically 10 to 15 minutes, via Surbiton or along the A3 and Kingston Road.
Is Tolworth handy for Gatwick?
Yes. Being right next to the A3 makes Tolworth a good starting point for Gatwick runs. Fares are fixed when you book.
Can you take me to Epsom from Tolworth?
Yes. Epsom is a short drive south along the A240.
Do you pick up near Tolworth Tower?
Yes. Give us the address or the nearest landmark and the best place to stop.
Do you cover Hook and Berrylands?
Yes. Both are close to Tolworth and covered.