Red London buses and black taxis are iconic images of London and indeed they are a dependable mode of transport. However the most efficient option, which avoids the traffic, is the London Underground.
Around the Hotel
By Foot
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park is located in the heart of Knightsbridge, adjacent to Hyde Park and across the road from the renowned retailers Harrods and Harvey Nichols.
By Our Limousine services
The hotel offers a Mercedes S Class Limousine service for guests, which can be used for airport transportation. Please contact our Head Concierge Matt West at molon-concierge@mohg.com
By Taxi
Taxis are easily accessible from the hotel. Please inform the doorman of your needs and a taxi will be arranged for you. Prices are subject to change and do increase in the evenings and on public holidays.
By Bus
Red London buses are easily recognisable and cover most parts of the city. The destinations are indicated on the maps and tables at the bus stops. For specific destinations please ask our concierge to advise the bus number and location of the stop. It is no longer possible to board a bus without a ticket. These can be purchased from machines at the bus stop, alternatively a carnet/book of tickets can be purchased in most newsagents. If you feel you will be travelling frequently on tube and bus, it is worth buying an Oyster Card with a pre-paid credit, which you can swipe on entering the bus or underground.
By Underground
A comprehensive line network covers all of London. Maps of the underground are available in tube stations or from the concierge and are easy to follow. London is divided into zones for the purpose of bus and rail fares. Zone 1 is Central London. The hotel is situated in Zone 1. The further out of London the more a ticket will cost and the greater the zone number.
From & To the Airport
There are two major London Airports, Heathrow which is 24 km, 15 miles to the centre of town and Gatwick which is further in distance, approximately 45km, 28 miles. Some UK and European arrivals will come into Stansted.
Heathrow
By Taxi
It is advised that travellers use London Black Cabs as they are professional fully licensed drivers with an excellent knowledge of London. Should you wish to book one in advance, book at www.londonblackcabs.co.uk at least 48 hours before arrival. The journey time to central London is approximately 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic.
By Train
You can travel by underground, which is a direct but rather slow service. When you get out at Knightsbridge you will be a few steps from our hotel.
Alternatively take the Heathrow Express service to London Paddington station. Trains leave all terminals every 15 minutes with a journey time from Terminal 4 of 23 minutes, from Terminals 1, 2 and 3 (Heathrow Central) it takes 15 minutes. From Paddington it would be a twenty minute taxi ride to our hotel.
Gatwick
By Taxi
From Gatwick the journey time to central London would be around 60-70 minutes depending on traffic.
By Train
A number of train services run direct from Gatwick Airport Station into London Victoria. Gatwick Express trains run every 15 minutes from 5:20 a.m. to 00:50 a.m. and hourly overnight. Journey time is an efficient 30 minutes. From Victoria it will be no more than ten minutes by taxi to our hotel.
Stansted Airport
By Taxi
The journey time from Stansted Airport to Liverpool Street Station in London is around 70 minutes
By Train
The Stansted Express runs every 15 minutes from 4:55 a.m. to 10:55 p.m. (Monday to Wednesday) or 11:25 p.m. (Thursday to Sunday). The journey takes approximately 45 minutes to reach Liverpool Street in London from which it takes around 30 minutes to reach the hotel.
Eurostar, St Pancras International Station
Eurostar has recently launched services from the wonderfully restored St Pancras International station, marking the start of an exciting new era in faster and greener rail travel between the UK, France and Belgium.
By Taxi
St Pancras International Station is approximately 4 miles (6.5 km) from Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park. Guests are advised to allow 45 minutes journey time by taxi.
By Train
The new station is connected to seven mainline services and six London Underground lines.
Rent a car
Many international car hire companies have offices in London Airports. Self drive and chauffeur-driven cars are available. To rent a car a valid driving license is essential. Our Concierge team can assist with arrangements.
Charges vary but a general idea is around GBP 100 (approx. USD170) for 2 days for a small town car, and around GBP 200 (approx. USD 340) for 2 days for a luxury car. Rates for a hire car normally include Unlimited Mileage, Third Party Cover, Theft Waiver and Local Taxes unless stated otherwise.
Underground Tube
Fares
Taxi
• Minimum Fare - GBP 2.20
20 pence for every 180.5m or
38.8s if the fare is less than
GBP 12.40 and 20 pence
for every 128.9 metres or
