When a 6 seater is the right choice
Five or six people is the point where a normal saloon stops working. You could book two cars, but then you pay twice, split the group and hope both arrive together. One MPV is easier to organise and usually cheaper per person.
We often send a 6 seater for families of four or five travelling with suitcases, because the extra seats double as luggage space. If your group is exactly six and everyone has a large case, talk to us first. A 7 seater taxi may give you more room for the bags.
Airport trips in a 6 seater
Family holidays are the most common reason people book this vehicle. A drive from Chessington to Gatwick is typically 35 to 45 minutes via the M25 and M23, and to Stansted it is a much longer run, usually around 80 to 100 minutes. Having everyone in one car, with space to stretch, makes a real difference on the longer journeys. See Chessington to Gatwick taxi and Chessington to Stansted taxi for more detail.
For arrivals we track your flight and offer meet and greet, so the driver is waiting in the terminal when your group comes through.
Days out and events
Groups also book a 6 seater for race days at Epsom Downs and Sandown Park, concerts in central London, weddings and birthday meals. The driver drops you at the entrance and collects at an agreed time, so nobody has to stay sober to drive or worry about parking.
For a school trip, sports match or club outing, a 6 seater can also help parents who share a school run taxi with other families.
Luggage guide for a 6 seater MPV
| Group | Typical luggage that fits | Our suggestion |
|---|---|---|
| 4 passengers | 4 large cases and hand luggage | 6 seater works well |
| 5 passengers | About 3 large cases plus hand luggage | 6 seater, or 7 seater for more bags |
| 6 passengers | Hand luggage and small cases | 7/8 seater if you have large cases |
Every MPV is a little different, so treat this table as a guide. Tell us the number and size of bags when you book and we will confirm the right vehicle.
Booking a 6 seater for a regular trip
Some customers book a 6 seater every week, for example to take a sports team to training or a group of colleagues to the same office. Regular bookings can be set up at a fixed fare for each journey. Tell us the days, times and pickup points, and we will send the details by email. If the numbers change one week, just let us know.
Weddings and celebrations
For weddings, christenings and birthday parties, a 6 seater keeps family members together between the home, the ceremony and the reception. We can plan several journeys through the day at set times. Let us know the addresses and timings when you book, and we will confirm everything by email.
Where we pick up
We collect from homes, hotels and offices across Chessington and nearby towns, including Surbiton, Epsom, Claygate and Worcester Park. If you are not sure whether we cover your road, give us a call.