| From | Rosehill, Sutton SM1 |
|---|---|
| To | King's Cross and St Pancras, N1C |
| Distance | About 13 miles |
| Typical drive time | 60 to 75 minutes; longer in weekday peaks |
| Usual route | North through Morden, Tooting and Clapham, across the river and up through the West End or the City |
Two stations side by side
King's Cross and St Pancras International face each other across Pancras Road, and it is common to confuse them. King's Cross is the terminus for LNER trains to York, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and for Great Northern services to Cambridge and Peterborough. St Pancras is where you catch Eurostar to Paris and Brussels, as well as East Midlands Railway, Southeastern high-speed trains to Kent and Thameslink. Tell us which station and which train you are catching, and we will drop you as close as possible to the right entrance.
Eurostar passengers
Eurostar asks passengers to arrive well before departure for check-in, security and passport control. On top of that, the drive from Sutton to St Pancras crosses the whole of central London. When you book, give us your train time and we will suggest a pickup time with enough margin. Our hotel transfer taxi service is useful for visitors who are staying overnight in London before an early Eurostar.
Why take a car rather than the train from Sutton?
Thameslink trains run from Sutton into the City and on to St Pancras, and for a light traveller that is often the quickest way. But the journey gets harder with large suitcases, young children, or an early departure before the first trains. A King's Cross taxi from Rosehill takes you door to door. For a group, a 6 seater or 7 seater taxi usually costs less per person than you might expect.
Pickups from King's Cross
Coming home, give us your train number and scheduled arrival time. If the train is running late, call or message us so we can adjust the driver's arrival. Your driver will tell you where to meet on the surrounding roads, because private hire cars cannot wait on the station forecourt. Journeys into central London during charging hours may cross the Congestion Charge zone. We will confirm when you book whether it is included in your fixed fare.
Late arrivals from the North
Trains from Edinburgh, Newcastle and York often arrive at King's Cross late in the evening, and by then the connection back to Sutton can be slow or finished. We run all night, so a driver can meet you whatever time you get in. Send us your train details and let us know about delays; long-distance trains can run late, and we would rather adjust the pickup than have you waiting.
Other stations and connections
Travelling north-west rather than north? Our Euston station taxi is just along Euston Road. For the West Country and Wales, see Paddington. If your journey starts with a flight instead, our Luton airport transfers and Stansted transfers cover the northern airports. We collect for King's Cross from Sutton, Colliers Wood, Mitcham and all the other areas we cover.
Questions we get asked
Can you drop me at St Pancras instead of King's Cross?
Yes. Tell us which station and which train you are catching, and the driver will stop as close as possible to the right entrance.
How early should I leave Sutton for a Eurostar?
Allow the typical 60 to 75 minute drive, extra time for traffic, and the check-in time Eurostar asks for. We will suggest a pickup time when you book.
Can you collect me when my train arrives at King's Cross?
Yes. Give us the train and arrival time. If it is delayed, call or message us so we can adjust the pickup.
Is the Congestion Charge included?
We will confirm when you book whether your journey crosses the charging zone and whether the charge is included in your fixed fare.