C Line Cars is Maidstone's local taxi and minicab company, based in Kent and serving the full ME14–ME17 postcode area. Whether you need a local cab around town, a fixed-fare airport transfer to Gatwick, Heathrow or Stansted, or a long-distance run to London or the coast — bookings are taken 24 hours a day by phone or WhatsApp. This page covers all general taxi, cab and minicab bookings from Maidstone; dedicated airport pages are linked above for route-specific fares and information.
C Line Cars is a local Maidstone taxi and minicab firm with over 12 years of experience, fixed fares for all airport and long-distance runs, and 24/7 availability across ME14–ME17.
Fares start from £80 to Gatwick, £115 to Heathrow, and £135 to Stansted — each fixed at booking, not metered. A £5 pick-up/drop-off charge applies.
Yes — bookings are taken for any hour. Early-morning airport runs and late-night town centre pickups are best booked in advance to guarantee a driver.
Full town centre (ME15), Bearsted, Penenden Heath, Allington, Barming, Tovil, Loose and rural addresses on the edge of the borough by arrangement.
All airport and long-distance fares are fixed at the point of booking — the price agreed is the price paid, regardless of traffic or delays on the day.
C Line Cars offers competitive fixed fares for local Maidstone trips and airport transfers. Call or WhatsApp for a quote on your specific route — no app required, no surge pricing.
C Line Cars covers local taxi and minicab journeys across Maidstone town centre (ME15) and the surrounding ME14–ME17 postcodes. Regular routes include the High Street and Fremlin Walk, Mote Park, Whatman Park, Maidstone Hospital on Hermitage Lane, Maidstone East station, Maidstone West station, and residential streets across Bearsted, Allington, Barming, Penenden Heath, Tovil and Loose. Same-day bookings are usually possible for local trips.
Fixed-fare airport transfers run from Maidstone to all five London-area airports. Fares are agreed before you travel — not metered on the day. See the dedicated pages for route-specific information:
Unlike large taxi apps that apply surge pricing, C Line Cars quotes a fixed fare before you travel. There are no hidden charges beyond the standard £5 pick-up/drop-off fee for airport journeys. Bookings are taken directly by phone or WhatsApp — no account or app required.
Maidstone East, Maidstone West and Maidstone Barracks stations are all covered for commuter connections and rail arrivals needing an onward transfer. Give your train time when booking so the driver can time the pickup around the platform.
Bookings are taken around the clock — early-morning airport runs, late-night town centre pickups and everything in between. For airport transfers departing before 5am, booking at least 24 hours ahead is recommended to guarantee the vehicle type needed.
Beyond the airports, fixed-fare long-distance bookings cover Central London (from £150), North London (from £160), East London (from £120), Southampton (from £200), Portsmouth (from £230) and Dover (from £130).
| Destination | Est. Fare | Est. Journey Time |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Airport | from £80 | ~50–70 min |
| Heathrow Airport | from £115 | ~75–100 min |
| Stansted Airport | from £135 | ~90 min |
| Luton Airport | from £155 | ~90–110 min |
| London City Airport | from £105 | ~70–90 min |
| Southend Airport | from £105 | ~75–95 min |
| Central London | from £150 | ~80–100 min |
| North London | from £160 | ~90–110 min |
| East London | from £120 | ~70–90 min |
| Maidstone Hospital (Hermitage Lane) | Price on request | ~10–15 min from town centre |
| Maidstone East / West / Barracks Station | Price on request | ~5–15 min from ME15 |
| Southampton | from £200 | ~2 hr |
| Portsmouth | from £230 | ~2.5 hr |
| Dover | from £130 | ~1 hr |
| A £5 pick-up and drop-off charge applies on top of quoted fares. Journey times are approximate. | ||
| C Line Cars | Large Taxi Apps | Other Local Cab Firms | Public Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed fare agreed before travel | Dynamic/surge pricing | Varies, often metered | Fixed rail/bus fare, multiple legs |
| Saloon, estate, executive or minibus | Vehicle type not guaranteed | Limited to what's on shift | No vehicle choice |
| Local Maidstone knowledge, ME14–ME17 | App-based satnav only | Local knowledge varies | N/A |
| Phone/WhatsApp — no app required | Requires app and account | Usually phone-based | N/A |
C Line Cars covers local taxi and cab journeys across Maidstone and the surrounding villages:
For journeys toward Tonbridge, our sister sites cover those routes: Tonbridge airport taxis, Tonbridge station taxis, and Tonbridge taxi service.
All hackney carriages, private hire vehicles, operators and drivers working in Maidstone hold a licence issued by Maidstone Borough Council under the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976. An enhanced DBS check is a statutory condition of that licence, with every application checked against the national register of revocations and refusals (NR3). Licences are renewed annually alongside a vehicle compliance test.
A taxi from Maidstone to Gatwick Airport starts from £80, via the M20 and M23 (roughly 35 miles). Journey time is typically 50–70 minutes. A £5 pick-up and drop-off charge applies on top. See the Maidstone to Gatwick taxi page for full details.
A Maidstone to Heathrow Airport taxi starts from £115, typically 75–100 minutes via M20, M25 and M4. See the Maidstone to Heathrow taxi page for terminal-specific information.
A taxi from Maidstone to Stansted Airport starts from £135, roughly 90 minutes via M25/M11. See the Maidstone to Stansted taxi page for details.
Yes, bookings are accepted for any time of day or night. Early-morning airport runs and late-night pickups are best booked at least 24 hours in advance. Local town centre trips can usually be arranged with shorter notice.
C Line Cars offers fixed fares with no surge pricing and no app required. For local Maidstone journeys, call or WhatsApp for a quote on your specific pickup and drop-off. Airport fares are fixed from the amounts shown in the fare table above.
Yes, an enhanced DBS check is a statutory requirement for every taxi and private hire driver licensed by Maidstone Borough Council. All applications are also checked against the national register of revocations and refusals (NR3).
Yes, Maidstone East, Maidstone West and Maidstone Barracks are all covered for commuter connections and rail arrivals needing onward transport into the town centre or surrounding villages.
Yes, minibus hire is available for groups — suited to weddings, school runs, sports teams and airport groups. Provide passenger numbers and luggage needs when requesting a quote. Advance booking is recommended for weekend event dates.
Yes, pickups and drop-offs at Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane ME16 9QQ are available, including return trips timed around outpatient appointments. Give the appointment time when booking.
Coverage includes Maidstone town centre (ME15) plus Bearsted, Penenden Heath, Allington, Barming, Tovil, Loose and Shepway. Rural pickups on the edge of the borough — including addresses off the A20 and A26 — are accepted with a little extra notice.
Same-day bookings can often be accommodated, but airport transfers are best booked at least 24 hours ahead. Bank holidays and peak travel periods fill faster — 3–5 days ahead is safer for fixed travel dates.
Yes, executive vehicles are available for business travel, client transport and airport meet-and-greet. Specify the executive option when requesting a quote.
Key things to compare: fixed vs metered fares, vehicle options, local coverage area, and whether booking requires an app. C Line Cars offers fixed fares, multiple vehicle types, genuine Maidstone-area knowledge, and direct phone/WhatsApp booking with no app needed.
A taxi from Maidstone to Central London starts from £150, with journey times of around 80–100 minutes depending on destination and traffic on the A20/M20. The £5 pick-up/drop-off charge applies.
Yes, pickups from villages and rural addresses on the edge of the Maidstone borough — including those off the A20 and A26 — are accepted. Give the postcode and any local landmark when booking.
Call +44 7741 041293 or use the form below for a fixed fare.
C Line Cars is Maidstone's local taxi and minicab service for airport transfers, local journeys and long-distance runs. Fixed fares, 24/7 availability, licensed by Maidstone Borough Council.
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