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Student & Campus Travel

Students & boarding schools
across East Kent

Airport pickups for international arrivals, term-start transfers, boarding school collections and campus rides — we serve both guardianship organisations and students directly.

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Guardians & International Students

We work with independent guardianship organisations managing international students at East Kent boarding schools and universities. Named drivers, confirmed bookings, account billing available.

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Canterbury Students & Universities

Studying at UoK, Christ Church or any East Kent college? Fixed airport fares, station-to-campus runs and term-start moves with no surge pricing.

Airport transfers Campus rides Fixed fares
Fixed fares — no surge pricing
Flight tracking included
24/7 student arrivals
Estate cars & MPVs for luggage
International student specialists
Guardian & agency accounts
All 5 London airports covered
Named-driver confirmations
Fixed fares — no surge pricing
Flight tracking included
24/7 student arrivals
Estate cars & MPVs for luggage
International student specialists
Guardian & agency accounts
All 5 London airports covered
Named-driver confirmations

Guardians & International Students

Trusted by independent guardianship organisations

When a student arrives in the UK alone for the first time, the responsibility falls on the guardian. We support that responsibility with confirmed bookings, named drivers and full journey transparency.

We work with several independent UK guardianship organisations managing students across East Kent boarding schools and universities — and offer account billing for regular users.

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Named-driver confirmations

Every booking confirmed with driver name, vehicle details and expected arrival time — ready to pass on to parents overseas.

Flight tracking included

We monitor the inbound flight. If it's delayed, we adjust — the student doesn't need to call or worry.

Airport meet & greet

Named board in arrivals at all 5 London airports. Driver waits in the terminal — no stress for a student arriving alone.

Agency & guardian billing

Account invoicing available for guardianship organisations making regular bookings. Call to discuss terms.

Guardian notifications

We can contact the guardian by WhatsApp when the student is collected and on route to the destination.

Boarding & Independent Schools

East Kent boarding schools we serve

We regularly transport students to and from the leading boarding and independent schools across East Kent at the start and end of every term.

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The King's School Canterbury

One of England's oldest schools — term and airport transfers for boarding pupils.

Canterbury
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Kent College Canterbury

Boarding & day school — airport arrivals and term-start collections.

Canterbury
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St Edmund's School Canterbury

Independent boarding school — airport pickups and term transfers.

Canterbury
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Dover College

Independent school in Dover — airport pickups for boarding pupils from all 5 London airports.

Dover
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Earlscliffe, Folkestone

Transfers from airports and between home and Folkestone — term-time journeys covered.

Folkestone
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Other East Kent schools

We cover any boarding or independent school in East Kent — contact us if your school isn't listed.

East Kent
Note for guardians: if the school your students attend is not listed above, please contact us — we cover the entire East Kent area and can accommodate any booking.

Canterbury Students

Universities & colleges in Canterbury

Fixed airport fares, station runs and term moves — no surge pricing, ever.

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University of Kent

Canterbury campus, Parkwood, student village

University
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Canterbury Christ Church — North Holmes Rd

Main campus, close to Canterbury East station

University
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Canterbury Christ Church — Parham Road

Health & Education faculty campus, Canterbury

University
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Canterbury College

New Dover Road — FE & apprenticeships

College
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University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

Canterbury campus — art, design & media

University

 

Journey times from Canterbury

Call us for a fixed fare quote on any of these routes.

Popular student routes

Canterbury → Gatwick Airport~1h 20m
Canterbury → Heathrow Airport~1h 45m
Canterbury → London Victoria~1h 30m
Canterbury → Brighton~1h 40m
Canterbury → Ashford International~30m
Canterbury → Dover Port~30m
Canterbury → Margate / Ramsgate~40m
Canterbury stations → Campus~10m
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What students & guardians say

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"My son arrived from Hong Kong alone late at night — the driver was waiting with a board, patient and professional. The whole experience was completely stress-free for both of us."

Parent of UoK international student
Gatwick airport collection
★★★★★

"As a guardian managing multiple students across Canterbury schools, reliability is everything. East Kent Taxis have never let me down — and they always confirm driver details well in advance."

Independent guardian, East Kent
Regular account holder
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"Used them at the start and end of every term for three years. Fixed price, no stress, luggage always fits. Genuinely the best taxi company for students in Canterbury."

UoK student, Canterbury
Heathrow — Canterbury, regular
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"Booked a term-start transfer for our daughter arriving from Singapore. The driver met her at arrivals, helped with all the bags and messaged us when she arrived safely at the university. Excellent."

Parent, Christ Church University
Heathrow international arrival
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"Our guardianship agency has been using East Kent Taxis for two academic years. Every booking confirmed, every driver punctual. Setting up an account with them was straightforward and the invoicing is clean."

Guardianship agency coordinator
Multiple schools, East Kent
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"Couldn't believe how easy it was. WhatsApp'd my flight details the night before, got a confirmation with my driver's name and number. He was there at arrivals with my name on a board. Brilliant."

International student, Canterbury
Gatwick arrival, first term
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"We used East Kent Taxis for the King's School Canterbury end-of-term run. Three students, lots of luggage, all to different drop-offs. The driver handled everything calmly and got everyone home safely."

Parent, The King's School Canterbury
Term-end group transfer

FAQ

Common questions

Do you collect unaccompanied international students at airports?
Yes — named board in arrivals, flight tracked, guardian notified on request. We do this regularly at all 5 London airports for both boarding school and university students arriving alone.
Can guardianship organisations set up a billing account?
Yes. We work with independent guardianship organisations across East Kent and can arrange account invoicing for regular bookings. Call 01227 454 454 to discuss.
Which boarding schools do you serve?
The King's School Canterbury, Kent College Canterbury, St Edmund's School Canterbury, Dover College and Earlscliffe, Folkestone — plus any other East Kent school on request.
Are airport fares fixed?
Yes — every airport journey receives a personalised fixed quote. All agreed before travel — no surge pricing at any time of day or night.
Can you carry heavy term-start luggage?
Absolutely. Estate cars and MPVs available for heavy loads. Contact us in advance so we can send the right vehicle.
Do you cover colleges as well as universities?
Yes — Canterbury College and Canterbury Christ Church University are our main campus destinations. For other colleges and long-distance drops, call us for a quote.
Can parents book on behalf of a student arriving from overseas?
Absolutely — many parents book via phone or WhatsApp from abroad. We send full confirmation with driver name and vehicle so there are no surprises at the airport.

Ready to book your transfer?

Call us, WhatsApp your details, or ask your guardian or admissions office to get in touch. Available 24/7 for student and international arrivals across East Kent.

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