8 seater taxi and minibus hire in Tunbridge Wells
Up to 8 passengers and their luggage in one vehicle, with a local licensed driver. The usual choice for families and small groups flying from Gatwick or Heathrow: room for 6 large and up to 4 small cases, and a fixed price agreed when you book.
Is an 8-seater right for your group?
Book an 8-seater when your group is 5 to 8 people, or when four of you have more luggage than a car will take. Everyone travels together, with one pickup time and one price.
A quick guide to sizes: up to 4 people with normal luggage, a saloon or estate; 4 people with large cases, a 6-seater; 5 to 8 people, this 8-seater; 9 to 13 people, our 13-seater; 14 to 16 people, the 16-seat Mercedes Sprinter.
We cover Royal Tunbridge Wells, Southborough, Paddock Wood, Pembury, Rusthall, Groombridge and the wider area.
8-seater minibus
Up to 8 passengersDriver-included hire, not self-drive. Takes up to 8 passengers with 6 large cases and up to 4 small ones.
Ford Tourneo Custom
Up to 8 passengersOne of the 8-seaters in our fleet. Driver included, not self-drive.
What’s included with 8-seater hire
- A licensed, DBS-checked driver for the whole journey
- Up to 8 passengers, 6 large and up to 4 small cases
- A fixed price agreed when you book
- Flight tracking on airport pickups
- Free to cancel up to 1 hour before pickup
- Pay by cash or card at the end of the journey, or by invoice in advance
- Pickups across Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding villages
- Answered 24 hours a day on 01892 888888
8-seater airport fares from Tunbridge Wells
Fixed “from” fares for an 8-seater collected in Tunbridge Wells. The airport drop-off charge is included and passed on at cost.
| Airport | 8-seater, from | Drop-off charge (included) |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | £130 | £10 |
| Heathrow | £177 | £7 |
| Stansted | £190 | £10 |
| Luton | £209 | £9 |
| London City | £188 | £8 |
Being collected from the airport? A flat £10 airport pick-up charge is included in the price we quote instead. Pickups outside Tunbridge Wells, and early-morning or late-night journeys, are quoted when you book: call 01892 888888 to confirm your price.
Also popular in the 8-seater: weddings and events, business travel, and nights out with one agreed pickup and return time.
Travelling with luggage? Tell us first
Our 8-seater takes 6 large cases and up to 4 small ones. Golf bags, pushchairs and sports kit need extra room, so list them when you book and we will confirm everything fits.
For airport runs, share your flight number, terminal and return details so we can plan collections and meet-and-greet.
8, 13 or 16 seats?
| 8-seater | 13-seater | 16-seat Sprinter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passengers | Up to 8 | Up to 13 | Up to 16 |
| Luggage | 6 large and up to 4 small cases | Very little; not recommended for airport runs | Up to 16 cases |
| Notice | Book ahead, as early as possible | At least 24 hours | At least 24 hours |
| Payment | Cash or card at the end of the journey, or invoice | In advance by invoice, plus £150 refundable deposit | In advance by invoice, plus £150 refundable deposit |
See the 16-seater, all minibus hire or the full fleet.
Why book your minibus with Tunbridge Wells 888
Local knowledge
Our drivers know Tunbridge Wells and the villages, the venues and the best pickup points.
Comfortable vehicles
Clean, maintained vehicles with space for passengers and luggage.
Local and long distance
Short local trips, airport runs and journeys across the UK.
Experienced drivers
Punctual, professional, licensed and DBS checked.
What our passengers say
Prompt service. Very nice and helpful drivers.
Sam Marsh · Google reviewLovely driver, really nice conversation.
Lola Lind · Google reviewLovely driver.
Gloria Szercha · Google reviewBook your 8-seater
Tell us about your trip and we will recommend the right vehicle and give you a fixed price.
- Number of passengers
- Pickup address and destination
- Date, departure and return times
- Luggage or equipment (cases, golf clubs, sports kit)
- Flight number and terminal for airport runs
- Any extra pickup or drop-off points
Cancelling is free up to 1 hour before pickup. After that, or if nobody travels, 50% of the fare is charged. Full details are in our booking terms. For Christmas and bank holidays, book as early as you can.
8-seater minibus hire FAQs
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