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Looking for a taxi Earley Reading customers can rely on? Reading Taxis covers Earley, Lower Earley and Maiden Erlegh (RG6) 24 hours a day. Pre-book a run into Reading, a lift to Earley station or an airport transfer with flight tracking and meet-and-greet, with Heathrow from £65. Call 0118 430 0018 or use the booking form below and give us your pick-up address.
How far is Earley from Reading by taxi?
Earley is roughly 2 to 4 miles from Reading town centre, depending on which part of RG6 you start from, and a taxi usually takes 8 to 12 minutes in typical traffic. Reading Taxis collects from Earley, Lower Earley and Maiden Erlegh and runs into town via the A329, Wokingham Road or London Road. Call 0118 430 0018 for a quote.
Is there a taxi rank at Earley station?
No. National Rail says Earley station has neither a taxi rank nor a cab office, and advance booking is essential. Reading Taxis therefore needs your booking before you travel: call 0118 430 0018 or use the online form, give your train time and pick-up details, and a car is arranged for your arrival. Reading itself is about five minutes away by train.
How much is a taxi from Earley to Heathrow?
Reading Taxis airport transfers to Heathrow start from £65, with flight tracking and meet-and-greet. Earley sits close to the M4 at junctions 10 and 11, so you join the motorway quickly. Your final fare depends on your pick-up address and vehicle, so ask for a quote when you book by phone or online.
Taxi Service in Earley
Earley is a large planned suburb east of Reading, with the University of Reading’s Whiteknights campus and the Thames Valley Park business campus on its doorstep. Lower Earley is the big residential district centre, and Maiden Erlegh gives the area its lake, its school and its quieter streets. Reading Taxis covers all of it, for everyday trips as well as longer runs.
People book us for:
- School and college runs, including Maiden Erlegh School and Leighton Park School
- Journeys to and from Whiteknights and Thames Valley Park
- Shopping trips to Lower Earley district centre, Silverdale Road and Wokingham Road
- Earley station taxi and Reading station journeys, timed to your train
- Nights out, events and hotel transfers, including Crowne Plaza Reading East and Bearwood Lakes
- Earley airport taxi transfers to Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Stansted
Earley sits in Wokingham Borough while central Reading is in Reading Borough, so the area is served by operators on both sides of the boundary. Whichever you choose, book ahead. You can reach us 24/7 on 0118 430 0018, by email at info@reading-taxis.co.uk, or through the Book Now form.
Taxi Earley Reading: Town Centre and Station Journeys
Most Earley journeys into Reading take the A329, Wokingham Road or London Road, with M4 junctions 10 and 11 close by for anything further afield. From most of Earley you are around 2 to 4 miles from Reading town centre, which is typically 8 to 12 minutes by taxi. These are typical-traffic estimates and can stretch at peak times, so allow extra time for a train or an appointment.
| From Earley to | Distance | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Reading town centre (by taxi) | 2–4 miles | 8–12 min |
| Reading station (by train, for comparison) | Station Road, RG6 7DY | About 5 min |
Prefer the train? Earley station is about five minutes from Reading by train. A taxi from Reading Taxis is the better choice for late returns, luggage, children or a group. Add your drop-off to the Book Now form and we will confirm the details.
Earley Taxi Fares and Quotes
Fares depend on pickup point, time of day and vehicle, so Reading Taxis gives you a quote when you book. The only published starting price is for Heathrow.
| Journey | Starting fare |
|---|---|
| Reading to Heathrow | From £65 |
| Earley to Reading town centre | Get a quote: 0118 430 0018 |
| Earley to Heathrow | Get a quote: 0118 430 0018 |
| Earley to Gatwick, Luton or Stansted | Get a quote: 0118 430 0018 |
| Earley station pickup | Get a quote: 0118 430 0018 |
Airport Taxi from Earley
Every Reading Taxis airport transfer includes flight tracking and meet-and-greet, and we are available 24/7 for early departures and late arrivals. Tell us your flight number when you book.
How much is a taxi from Earley to Heathrow?
Heathrow transfers from Reading Taxis start from £65, with flight tracking and meet-and-greet. Earley sits close to the M4 at junctions 10 and 11, and we confirm the Earley price when you book. See our full reading to heathrow taxi page for the journey, terminals and what is included.
Can I get a taxi from Earley to Gatwick Airport?
Yes. Reading Taxis covers Gatwick transfers from Earley and Lower Earley. It is a long transfer, so book early and tell us your flight time, terminal and luggage so we can quote the fare. See our reading to gatwick taxi page for details.
Can I get a taxi from Earley to Luton or Stansted?
Yes. Reading Taxis covers both airports from Earley. Ask for a quote when you book and give us your flight number so we can track it. See our reading to luton taxi and reading to stansted taxi pages.
Earley Station Taxi: No Rank, So Pre-Book
Earley station (Station Road, RG6 7DY) is on the Reading to Waterloo line, about five minutes from Reading by train. National Rail station information states that the station has neither a taxi rank nor a cab office and that advance booking is essential.
So there is no car waiting outside. To get one:
- Call 0118 430 0018 or use our Book Now form.
- Give your pick-up address or station, destination and train time.
- Tell us if you have luggage or more than four passengers.
- Agree your pick-up point when you book, then wait for the car you were given.
Private Hire or Black Cab?
Reading Borough Council states that private hire vehicles can only carry passengers who have booked in advance through a licensed operator, and cannot be hailed in the street or picked up from ranks. Black cabs can be hailed or taken from a rank without booking. Earley station has no rank, so pre-booking is the reliable way to get home.
Events, Hotels and Group Travel Near Earley
Venues close to Earley include Crowne Plaza Reading East and Bearwood Lakes, and a booked car or minibus keeps a group together on the day. For hotel guests or an event with a group, an MPV or 6, 7 or 8-seater minibus is often easier than several cars. Tell us your pick-up times and numbers on the Book Now form, or see our Minibus Taxi Reading page.
Places We Cover Around Earley
An Earley taxi booking can start or finish at the places local people actually use:
- Earley and Maiden Erlegh: Maiden Erlegh Lake, Maiden Erlegh School, Wokingham Road and Silverdale Road
- Lower Earley: Lower Earley district centre and the surrounding estates
- University and business: University of Reading Whiteknights campus, Leighton Park School and Thames Valley Park
- Hotels and venues: Crowne Plaza Reading East and Bearwood Lakes
- Stations: Earley station and Reading station
Our Taxis and Vehicles
| Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|
| Standard / economy car | Everyday local trips and station runs |
| Executive car | Business travel and airport transfers |
| MPV | Families, extra luggage and small groups |
| 6, 7 and 8-seater minibus | Groups, weddings and events (an 8-seater takes roughly 5 to 7 bags) |
Need a taxi in Earley?
Call 0118 430 0018 or book online and we will confirm your Earley pickup.
How to Book an Earley Taxi
- Call 0118 430 0018, email info@reading-taxis.co.uk, or fill in the Book Now form.
- Give your pickup, destination, date, time, passengers and luggage (and your flight number for airports).
- We confirm the vehicle and the price.
- Your driver collects you at the agreed time.
Why Book Reading Taxis in Earley
- Available 24/7, including early flights and late returns
- Flight tracking and meet-and-greet on airport transfers
- A fleet from standard cars to executive cars, MPVs and 6, 7 and 8-seater minibuses
- Simple booking by phone, email or online form
Earley Taxi FAQs
No. Reading Taxis confirms what National Rail states: Earley station has neither a taxi rank nor a cab office, so advance booking is essential. Book your pick-up by phone on 0118 430 0018 or through the online form, tell us your train time, and a car is arranged for your arrival rather than you waiting for one to turn up.
Yes. Reading Taxis takes advance bookings for early-morning trains and flights from Earley and Lower Earley, and runs 24 hours a day, so a 4am pick-up is not a problem. Give us your pick-up address, destination and travel time when you book, and for flights we also track your flight number to stay on time.
The fare depends on your pick-up address, the time of day and the vehicle, so Reading Taxis gives you a price when you book instead of guessing here. Earley is only around 2 to 4 miles and 8 to 12 minutes from Reading town centre, so it is a short journey. Call 0118 430 0018 or use the booking form for a quote.
Reading Taxis airport transfers to Heathrow start from £65. The final fare depends on your pick-up address in Earley or Lower Earley, the vehicle you need and your terminal, so ask for a quote when you book. Flight tracking and meet-and-greet are part of the airport service, and you can read the full route details on our Reading to Heathrow taxi page.
Yes, particularly from Earley. There is no rank at Earley station and no street ranks in the residential estates, so Reading Taxis recommends booking ahead for trains, flights, early starts and busy evenings. Pre-booking means your pick-up address, time and vehicle size are agreed before you travel, and you are not relying on a car being nearby.
Yes. Reading Taxis is available 24 hours a day, so you can arrange a late-night pick-up from Earley, Lower Earley or Maiden Erlegh, or a ride home from Reading town centre. Because all private hire journeys must be booked in advance, call 0118 430 0018 or use the online form before you set off, and give us your address and time.
Reading Taxis tracks your flight, so if your plane lands early or late we adjust to your real arrival time instead of the one printed on your booking. Give us your flight number when you book an airport pick-up for Earley, and we also offer meet-and-greet so you are met on arrival. Call us if your plans change.
No. Reading Borough Council states that private hire vehicles can only carry passengers who have booked through a licensed operator, and they cannot be hailed in the street or picked up from taxi ranks. Reading Taxis works on pre-booked journeys, so book by phone or online and wait for the car you were given at the agreed pick-up point.
Yes. Reading Taxis covers Earley, Lower Earley and Maiden Erlegh across the RG6 area, as well as nearby Winnersh, Shinfield, Woodley and Reading town centre. Just give us your full address and postcode when you book so we can send the right car to the right street, particularly in the larger Lower Earley estates.
Yes. Reading Taxis has standard and executive cars, MPVs and 6, 7 and 8-seater minibuses for groups, airport runs and family trips from Earley. An 8-seater minibus takes five to seven bags. Tell us how many passengers and how much luggage you have when you book, and we will match the vehicle to your journey.
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Updated: October 2026
