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Minibus Hire in London with a Professional Driver

Moving a small group around London means juggling airports, busy rail termini and attractions packed into a few streets. A minibus with a driver keeps everyone together, so you can stop counting heads on Tube platforms. Global Bus Hire provides 8 and 16 seater minibuses for groups arriving at the city's airports, meeting at central stations or heading out to see the sights.

Tell us where you're starting, where you need to be and how many are travelling. We'll come back with a tailored quote. If your group outgrows a minibus, coaches and a double decker are also available.

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How Our London Minibus Service Works

Every booking includes a professional driver, so nobody in your group has to drive or navigate central London. You set the itinerary. That could be a single airport transfer, a return trip to a venue, or a full day of stops around Westminster and the West End.

Booking takes four steps: share your requirements, get a tailored quote, confirm and schedule, then relax and ride in comfort. Collection points, timings and luggage needs vary from trip to trip, so each quote is built around your plans. You can send your details through our contact page or on WhatsApp.

Minibuses and Larger Vehicles for London Groups

Our 8 seater minibus suits families, small business teams and friends heading to the airport together. The 16 seater minibus is a good fit for larger parties, such as a wedding group, a sports team or a school trip.

For bigger numbers we can provide midi coaches and full-size coaches from 25 to 70 seats, plus a double decker. If you're unsure which vehicle fits your group and luggage, tell us the details and we'll recommend one with your quote.

The table below shows the seated capacity of each vehicle we offer, so you can match the size of your group to the right minibus or coach.

VehicleSeats
8 seater minibus8
16 seater minibus16
25 seater midi coach25
29 seater coach29
33 seater coach33
49 seater coach49
57 seater coach57
70 seater coach70
Double deckerAsk for details

London Airports, Stations and Attractions

London has several airports, and a minibus is often the simplest way to get a group and its luggage to or from them. Measured in a straight line from central London around Trafalgar Square, London City Airport (LCY) is about 12.6 km away. London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) is about 22.6 km away, Heathrow Airport (LHR) about 23.1 km and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) about 39.5 km.

Central London's rail and Underground stations sit close together. Charing Cross is about 0.1 km from Trafalgar Square, while Leicester Square and Embankment are about 0.4 km away. Piccadilly Circus is about 0.5 km away, and Westminster and Covent Garden are each about 0.7 km away. Victoria Coach Station (Arrivals) is about 2.1 km away, which helps if part of your group arrives by long-distance coach.

Many of London's best-known sights are within a short distance of each other. Trafalgar Square, St Martin-in-the-Fields and Benjamin Franklin House are all close together. Horse Guards Parade, the Household Cavalry Museum and Banqueting House are about 0.3 km away. The Palace of Westminster, Saint James's Palace and Clarence House are each within about 1 km. River trips from London Eye – Waterloo Pier or Festival Pier, both about 0.7 km away, are easy to add to a group itinerary.

How Groups Use Minibus Hire in London

  • Airport transfers for families and teams: Collect a group from Heathrow, Gatwick, London City or Biggin Hill and bring everyone into central London together, with room for luggage.
  • Sightseeing days around Westminster: Link Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade, the Palace of Westminster and Saint James's Palace in one day, with a driver waiting between stops.
  • Theatre and evening outings: Bring a group to the Trafalgar Theatre, Playhouse Theatre or Charing Cross Theatre, then take everyone home afterwards without anyone driving.
  • Conferences and corporate events: Shuttle delegates between hotels, stations and venues such as the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, The Conduit or Guinness Vaults.
  • Match days and sporting fixtures: Travel as one group to the Kia Oval, Lord's Cricket Ground, Stamford Bridge, Emirates Stadium or The Den, or further out to Sandown Park Racecourse.
  • University and study groups: Move visiting students or academic groups between campuses such as King's College London, Strand Campus and the London School of Economics and Political Science.

Why Book Your London Minibus with Global Bus Hire

  • Professional drivers: Every trip comes with a professional driver, so your group can focus on the day rather than the roads.
  • Tailored quotes: Each quote reflects your route, timings, group size and luggage. You won't be squeezed into a standard package.
  • The right vehicle for your numbers: Choose an 8 or 16 seater minibus, or step up to a coach or double decker for larger groups.
  • A London office: London is one of our offices, alongside Paris, Munich, the UAE and Singapore.
  • Group transport worldwide: If your London trip is part of a wider journey, we can also arrange group transport elsewhere in the world.
  • Easy to get in touch: Send your requirements through our contact page or message us on WhatsApp.

Frequently asked questions

Can you collect our group from Heathrow, Gatwick or London City Airport?

Yes, airport transfers are one of the most common reasons for minibus hire in London. Heathrow is about 23.1 km from central London in a straight line, Gatwick about 39.5 km and London City about 12.6 km. Send us your flight details and group size for a tailored quote.

Which minibus sizes do you offer in London?

We offer an 8 seater minibus and a 16 seater minibus. For larger groups we have coaches from 25 to 70 seats, as well as a double decker.

Can we hire a minibus for a sightseeing day around central London?

Yes. You can plan a day around sights such as Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade, Banqueting House and the Palace of Westminster, with your driver taking you between stops. The itinerary and hours depend on your booking, so share your plans and we'll quote accordingly.

Can you pick us up from a central London station?

Pick-ups can be arranged near stations such as Charing Cross, Embankment, Westminster or Victoria Coach Station (Arrivals). The exact collection point depends on the location and your booking, and we'll confirm it with your quote.

Do your minibuses come with a driver?

Yes. All our minibus hire includes a professional driver.

How much does minibus hire in London cost?

Prices depend on the vehicle, distance, timings and the number of stops, so we provide a tailored quote for each trip. Share your requirements through our contact page or on WhatsApp.

Can you transport a group to a match or a race day?

Yes. Groups often travel to venues such as the Kia Oval, Lord's Cricket Ground, Stamford Bridge, Emirates Stadium and Sandown Park Racecourse. Tell us the date, venue and group size, and we'll quote for the trip.

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