Royston Taxis
Royston pick-ups on the Cambridgeshire border, with Luton Airport about 27 minutes and Stansted 42 minutes on clear roads.
We accept all major cards and digital payment methods.
A town at the county edge
Royston is a market town at the northern tip of Hertfordshire, right on the border with Cambridgeshire. It is known for Royston Cave, a mysterious carved chamber hidden beneath the town centre, and for Therfield Heath, a sweep of open chalk downland on its western edge. Royston station has trains to Cambridge and King's Cross. We collect from homes, the station and the town centre, and from the surrounding villages.
Royston is about 27 minutes from Luton Airport on clear roads and roughly 42 from Stansted. Heathrow takes about 51 minutes, and Gatwick, the furthest, around 1h 26m. Flights are tracked when we collect, and a late arrival will not cost you more than the fare you agreed.
Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge is a common destination for Royston customers, as are station runs and trips to Letchworth or Baldock. When you would rather go by road, King's Cross is about 56 minutes on clear roads.
Where we pick up in Royston
Places around Royston we collect from, and the drive to the two nearest airports.
| Pick-up | To Luton Airport | To Stansted |
|---|---|---|
| Royston station | About 27 minutes | About 42 minutes |
| Royston Hospital | About 28 minutes | About 42 minutes |
| Royston and District Museum | About 27 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 Royston
Measured from the centre of Royston.
| Destination | On clear roads | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City centre | About 23 minutes | 23 miles |
| Hatfield town centre | About 25 minutes | 25 miles |
| London Luton Airport | About 27 minutes | 24 miles |
| London Stansted Airport | About 42 minutes | 32 miles |
| Heathrow Airport | About 51 minutes | 55 miles |
| Gatwick Airport | About 1 hour 25 minutes | 97 miles |
| London King's Cross | About 56 minutes | 46 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
Is Stansted or Luton Airport closer to Royston?
Luton Airport, at about 27 minutes on clear roads. Stansted is around 42 minutes.
Can you take me from Royston to Addenbrooke's Hospital?
Yes. We can drop you for your appointment and collect you afterwards.
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.
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