Brentford is where Hounslow meets the rest of west London. The A4 Great West Road runs right through it, the M4 starts at the Chiswick roundabout on its edge, and the River Thames and Grand Union Canal meet at its southern tip. It is home to big offices on the "Golden Mile", new riverside flats and the Gtech Community Stadium.
Business travel from Brentford
The Golden Mile on the Great West Road is lined with corporate offices. Visitors fly into Heathrow, stay a night locally and come to Brentford for meetings. Staff travel the other way for flights and client visits. For these trips, an executive saloon gives a quiet, comfortable ride, and a receipt is available for expenses.
- Heathrow to Brentford offices: typically 20 to 25 minutes via the M4.
- Brentford to London City Airport: typically 55 to 80 minutes.
- Brentford to the City or Canary Wharf: typically 50 to 70 minutes.
Match days at the Gtech Community Stadium
Brentford FC play at the Gtech Community Stadium near Kew Bridge, which also hosts rugby. On match days the roads nearby get busy. Book early and let us know you are going to the game; the driver will drop you as close as is allowed. Groups of fans can book a 7 seater taxi.
Brentford to central London stations
Because Brentford sits on the A4, central London is quicker to reach than from most of the borough. Typical times:
| Destination | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Paddington | 25–40 min |
| Victoria | 35–50 min |
| Waterloo | 40–55 min |
| King's Cross | 45–60 min |
Kew and the riverside
Kew Bridge links Brentford with Kew, and the Royal Botanic Gardens are just over the river. Riverside flats around Brentford Lock and the High Street are popular with commuters. We regularly pick up from new developments; please give us the building name and the entrance to use.
Neighbouring areas
Brentford borders Isleworth and Osterley to the west, and Chiswick and Ealing to the east and north. See our full areas we cover list.
Brentford roads and timings
The Great West Road, the Chiswick roundabout and Kew Bridge are some of the busiest junctions in west London. In the morning rush, traffic heading into town can queue from the Gillette Corner area, while evenings are busiest heading out towards the M4. Drivers plan around these patterns and may use the A315 Brentford High Street when the A4 is congested.
Brentford station, on the Hounslow loop, and Kew Bridge station, by the stadium, are both regular pick-up points. Tell us which side of the station you will come out of so the driver can meet you without circling.
Visitors and corporate accounts
Companies on the Golden Mile often book transfers for visiting staff and clients. Email us to discuss regular journeys, booking references and receipts, so your team can travel without filling in expenses each time.
Getting a Brentford quote
Pop your Brentford pick-up into the booking form above for a fixed fare, or call 020 3740 6490 at any hour. Choose a saloon, estate, MPV or executive car. Child seats are available on request, and payment is by card or cash.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a taxi from Brentford to Heathrow?
Typically 20 to 25 minutes to Terminals 2 and 3 via the M4.
Do you offer executive cars for Golden Mile offices?
Yes. Choose an executive saloon when you book, and ask for a receipt for expenses.
Can I get a taxi to the Gtech Community Stadium on match day?
Yes. Book early and the driver will drop you as close as is allowed on the day.
How quick is a taxi from Brentford to Paddington?
Typically 25 to 40 minutes along the A4 and the A40 Westway.
Do you pick up from riverside flats in Brentford?
Yes. Give us the building name and the best entrance to use when you book.