Datchworth Taxis
Lane-side pick-ups in Datchworth with Stansted about 44 minutes on clear roads, Luton Airport 22 minutes and a fare fixed before you go.
We accept all major cards and digital payment methods.
Village greens and country roads
Datchworth is a scattered village east of Knebworth, made up of small hamlets, greens and winding country roads. It is peaceful and rural, with an old parish church and fields in every direction. There is no station, and buses are limited, so residents rely on cars for most trips. Knebworth and Watton-at-Stone stations are both a short drive away, and Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City are within easy reach.
For flights, Luton Airport is roughly 22 minutes from Datchworth on clear roads and Stansted about 44 minutes. Heathrow takes around 39 minutes, and Gatwick near 1h 14m. On the way back, we watch your arrival time and the price stays fixed even if you land late.
In a village without streetlights or a station, a booked ride home after an evening in Stevenage or Hertford is a sensible choice. Knebworth station runs and Lister Hospital visits are popular too, and King's Cross is about 44 minutes away when you would rather go by road.
Where we pick up in Datchworth
Places around Datchworth we collect from, and the drive to the two nearest airports.
| Pick-up | To Luton Airport | To Stansted |
|---|---|---|
| Knebworth station | About 18 minutes | About 45 minutes |
| Watton-at-Stone station | About 24 minutes | About 42 minutes |
Clear-road drive times. Give the office the exact address when you book and the fare is fixed before you travel.
Drive times from Datchworth
Measured from the centre of Datchworth.
| Destination | On clear roads | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City centre | About 11 minutes | 5.9 miles |
| Hatfield town centre | About 13 minutes | 8.7 miles |
| London Luton Airport | About 22 minutes | 13 miles |
| London Stansted Airport | About 44 minutes | 30 miles |
| Heathrow Airport | About 39 minutes | 39 miles |
| Gatwick Airport | About 1 hour 15 minutes | 80 miles |
| London King's Cross | About 44 minutes | 29 miles |
Rush hour takes longer. The office times your pick-up around the traffic when you book, and the price stays the same.
Licensed, vetted and insured
Licensed drivers
Every driver holds a private hire licence and carries their badge in the car, so you always know who is driving you.
Enhanced DBS checks
Drivers are vetted with an enhanced DBS check before they take a single booking, and the checks are kept up to date.
Plated and insured
Each vehicle is tested, plated for private hire and insured to carry passengers, whether it is a saloon or a 16 seater.
Open around the clock
Book online, ring 01707 400400 or email the office. Somebody is on the phones at 4am on a Sunday as much as at noon.
What every fare includes
No surprises between the quote and the drop-off.
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Agreed up front
You see the price before you confirm, and a slow A1(M) or a closed lane does not add to it.
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Flights watched
Give us the flight number on airport pick-ups and the car follows the real landing time.
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Card, never cash
Pay by card when you book or in the car. Business accounts settle by monthly invoice.
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Door to door
Picked up where you are and set down where you need to be, luggage loaded for you.
Common questions
How long is a taxi from Datchworth to Stansted?
About 44 minutes on clear roads. You agree a fixed price at booking.
Which station do Datchworth customers usually use?
Knebworth and Watton-at-Stone are both close. We can drop you at either, or take you all the way to London.
Can I book for someone else?
Yes. Put their name and number in the booking and the driver will contact them directly on the day.
Will the fare change in traffic?
No. The price you accept when you book is the price you pay at the end of the journey.
Can you take a wheelchair?
Our wheelchair car has ramp access for one wheelchair user plus companions. Ask for a quote and tell us about any equipment.
Booking a car in Datchworth?
Prices are shown up front online, with card payment and no cash.
Book online
Rather speak to someone?
The office answers 24 hours a day. Ring and we will arrange it with you there and then.
Call 01707 400400