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Mortimer Taxi Service: Local Rides, Station Transfers and Airports
Looking for a Mortimer taxi you can rely on? Reading Taxis runs a 24/7 taxi service in Mortimer and the surrounding villages, covering local journeys, trips to Reading, station pick-ups and airport transfers to Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted. Call 0118 430 0018 or book online, and we will confirm your pick-up time so you are never left waiting.
How far is Mortimer from Reading, and how long is the taxi?
Reading Taxis covers the 7–9 miles from Mortimer to Reading town centre, which typically takes 16–22 minutes by road. Most journeys use local B roads and the A33, and school-run and commuter traffic can add a few minutes. For trains, appointments or flights, book ahead and we will plan your pick-up time around your deadline.
Is there a taxi rank at Mortimer station?
No taxi rank is listed at Mortimer station, so Reading Taxis recommends pre-booking your pick-up before you travel. The station is at Stratfield Mortimer, about 1–2 miles from the village centre, with set-down and pick-up points at the entrance. Send us your train time and we will meet you there, so you are not left searching for a cab.
What is the best taxi from Mortimer to the airport?
A pre-booked airport transfer with Reading Taxis is the simplest way to reach Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton or Stansted from Mortimer, and our Heathrow transfers start from £65. We track your flight, offer meet-and-greet and run around the clock, so early departures and late landings are covered. Ask for your exact fare from Mortimer when you book.
Taxi Service in Mortimer
Mortimer is an established commuter village in West Berkshire, centred on Mortimer Common, with the Roman town of Silchester nearby. Shops and services run along The Street, West End Road and Victoria Road, and the village Post Office is a handy landmark when you give us a pick-up point.
Reading Taxis serves Mortimer for local trips, journeys into Reading, station pick-ups and airport transfers. We also collect from neighbouring areas including Stratfield Mortimer, Burghfield Common, Silchester and Grazeley. Whether you need a quick hop or a long-distance journey, tell us where you are and we will send the right vehicle.
Getting from Mortimer to Reading
Mortimer sits on the Reading–Basingstoke railway, but a pre-booked taxi gives you a door-to-door option with luggage, outside train times, or when your destination is not by the station. By road, local B roads and the A33 link Mortimer with Reading, junction 11 of the M4 is the gateway for London and airport journeys, and the A340 runs the other way towards Tadley.
| Destination | Miles | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Reading town centre | 7–9 | 16–22 minutes |
| Reading, from Mortimer station | about 8 | about 15 minutes |
Airport Taxi from Mortimer
Mortimer is 7–9 miles from Reading town centre, so allow extra time on top of the Reading-based figures below. Reading Taxis offers pre-booked transfers from Mortimer to all four main London airports, with flight tracking, meet-and-greet and 24/7 availability. Heathrow transfers start from £65, and we confirm your exact fare from Mortimer when you book.
| Airport | Miles from Reading centre | Typical drive from Reading centre | Main route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 27–28 | 30–50 minutes | M4 east to junction 4 |
| Gatwick | 50–55 | 60–90 minutes | M4, M25, then M23 |
| Luton | 48–52 | 60–75 minutes | M4, M25, then M1 |
| Stansted | 75–78 | 90–120 minutes | M4, M25, then M11 |
Times are typical-traffic estimates from Reading town centre.
How long is a taxi from Mortimer to Heathrow?
Allow more than the usual 30–50 minutes from Reading town centre, because Mortimer is a further 7–9 miles away. Our drivers take the M4 east to junction 4, and Terminal 5 has direct access from that junction. See our Reading to Heathrow taxi page for more on terminals and pick-ups.
How far is Gatwick from Mortimer by taxi?
Gatwick is 50–55 miles from Reading town centre via the M4, M25 and M23, typically 60–90 minutes, and M25 congestion causes most of the variation. Book early and leave a buffer. Details are on our Reading to Gatwick taxi page.
Can I get a taxi from Mortimer to Luton or Stansted?
Yes. Luton is 48–52 miles from Reading town centre (60–75 minutes via the M4, M25 and M1), and Stansted is 75–78 miles (90–120 minutes via the M4, M25 and M11). Both depend heavily on M25 traffic. See our Reading to Luton taxi and Reading to Stansted taxi pages.
Looking for Taxi near me in Mortimer?
Book your next ride with us, and our driver will be at your designated location in no time. Our taxis are always available in and around Mortimer.
Places We Cover Around Mortimer
- Mortimer Common and the village centre, including The Street, West End Road and Victoria Road
- Mortimer station at Stratfield Mortimer, for arrivals and departures
- Neighbouring Stratfield Mortimer, Burghfield Common, Silchester and Grazeley
- Local event and wedding venues such as Wasing Park, Ufton Court, De Vere Wokefield Estate and Silchester House
Why Book Reading Taxis in Mortimer
- Available 24/7, for early flights, late trains and everything between
- Flight tracking and meet-and-greet on airport transfers
- Standard and economy cars, executive cars, MPVs and 6, 7 and 8-seater minibuses
- Book by phone on 0118 430 0018, by email at info@reading-taxis.co.uk or through the online form
An 8-seater minibus takes 5–7 bags, so families and groups travelling from Mortimer can keep everyone and their luggage in one vehicle. See our minibus taxi Reading page.
Mortimer Taxi FAQs
No, station information lists no taxi rank at Mortimer, so Reading Taxis advises pre-booking your pick-up. The station is at Stratfield Mortimer, around 1–2 miles from the village centre, with set-down and pick-up points at the entrance. Send us your train time when you book and we will arrange to meet you at the station, whatever the hour.
Yes, Reading Taxis operates 24/7, so you can pre-book a Mortimer station pick-up or drop-off for early trains and late arrivals. Because the station has no listed taxi rank, booking ahead matters most outside busy periods. Call 0118 430 0018 or use our online form with your train time and destination, and we will confirm your pick-up.
Mortimer is 7–9 miles from Reading town centre, and Reading Taxis typically covers the drive in 16–22 minutes. The route uses local B roads and the A33. From Mortimer station, Reading is about 8 miles, roughly 15 minutes by road. School-run and rush-hour traffic can add time, so we advise booking early for trains and appointments.
Reading Taxis Heathrow transfers start from £65, and we confirm the exact fare from Mortimer when you book. The final price depends on your pick-up point, terminal and vehicle size. Heathrow is 27–28 miles from Reading town centre via the M4, so ask us for a quote by phone or online and you will know the cost before you travel.
Allow more than the 30–50 minutes typical from Reading town centre, because Mortimer is a further 7–9 miles away. Reading Taxis takes the M4 east to junction 4, and Terminal 5 has direct access from that junction. For a morning flight, tell us your departure time and terminal and we will advise when to leave.
Yes, Reading Taxis runs transfers from Mortimer to Gatwick, Luton and Stansted as well as Heathrow. From Reading, Gatwick is 50–55 miles, Luton 48–52 and Stansted 75–78, all via the M4 and M25, so M25 traffic affects timing. Ask for a quote from Mortimer, and book early for these longer journeys.
Reading Taxis tracks your flight, so a delay does not leave you without a lift. We use the live flight status to adjust your pick-up time and offer meet-and-greet at the airport. If you are being collected from the airport, give us your flight number when you book and we will take care of the rest.
Reading Taxis offers standard and economy cars, executive cars, MPVs and 6, 7 and 8-seater minibuses. An 8-seater minibus fits 5–7 bags, which suits families and group airport runs from Mortimer. Tell us how many passengers and bags you have when booking and we will match the right vehicle to your journey.
Reading Taxis covers Mortimer and nearby villages including Burghfield, Tadley, Aldermaston, Spencers Wood and Swallowfield, plus neighbouring Stratfield Mortimer and Silchester. If your village is not listed, call 0118 430 0018 and we will confirm whether we can collect you. Every area is served around the clock with advance booking.
Reading Taxis takes bookings by phone on 0118 430 0018, by email at info@reading-taxis.co.uk, or through the online form on our Book Now page. Give us your pick-up address, destination, date, time and passenger numbers. For airport runs, add your flight number. Booking ahead is the best way to secure a vehicle, especially for early morning journeys.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Reading Taxis also serves these nearby villages. Pick yours for local pick-up details.
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Updated: October 2026
