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Traveling with 4 or more people changes the airport transfer equation entirely. A standard sedan won't fit everyone plus luggage, and taking multiple taxis doubles your cost. Here's how to find the best group transfer for your airport route.
A sedan transfer from London Heathrow costs £45-60. A minivan for 6 people costs £55-75. That's roughly the same price for the vehicle — but split among 6 people, it's £9-12 each instead of £45-60 each. The math is overwhelming in favor of group transfers.
This holds true worldwide: group vehicles cost 20-40% more than sedans but serve 2-3× as many passengers. The per-person cost drops dramatically.
4-6 people: Minivan (VW Transporter, Mercedes Vito, Toyota HiAce). Fits 4-6 passengers plus luggage. Available on all four platforms.
7-12 people: Minibus (Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit). Available on Kiwitaxi, GetTransfer, and intui.travel. Welcome Pickups has limited minibus availability.
13-20+ people: Coach or large minibus. GetTransfer and intui.travel handle large group bookings. Submit a request and receive quotes from drivers with appropriate vehicles.
GetTransfer is our top pick for groups. The bidding model means drivers with minivans and minibuses compete for your booking — driving prices down. You can specify your group size and luggage requirements, and only drivers with suitable vehicles will bid. For large groups (10+), GetTransfer has the widest selection of coaches and large minibuses.
Kiwitaxi is the runner-up. They have a clear vehicle class system — you can see exactly which vehicle type you're booking, with photos. Good for families who want to know the exact car.
Count luggage, not just people. 6 people with 6 large suitcases need a larger vehicle than 6 people with carry-ons. Specify your luggage in the booking.
Book early for large groups. Minibuses and coaches have limited availability at popular airports. Book at least 48 hours in advance for groups of 8+.
Consider two vehicles. Sometimes two sedans are cheaper than one minivan, especially on short routes. Compare both options.
Child seats matter. If your group includes children, confirm child seat availability. Welcome Pickups provides free child seats; others may charge extra.
| Group size | Vehicle type | Best service | Price vs individual | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4–6 people | Minivan (VW Transporter, Mercedes V-Class) | Kiwitaxi | 30–50% cheaper per person | Check price → |
| 7–8 people | Large minivan (Mercedes Sprinter 8-seat) | Kiwitaxi or GetTransfer | 40–60% cheaper per person | Check price → |
| 9–16 people | Minibus (Mercedes Sprinter, VW Crafter) | GetTransfer | 50–70% cheaper per person | Check price → |
| 17+ people | Coach / full-size bus | intui.travel | Best for large groups on a budget | Check price → |
London: For groups of 5–8 from Heathrow, a minivan (£60–100) is dramatically cheaper per person than individual Heathrow Express tickets (£25 each) plus taxis from Paddington. Kiwitaxi has the widest minivan selection for London routes. → London guide
Bangkok: With notorious traffic, fitting your entire group in one vehicle (instead of multiple taxis getting separated) is smart. GetTransfer offers the best minibus prices for Bangkok, often ฿800–1,500 for 6–8 people — roughly the same as 2 metered taxis. → Bangkok guide
Bali: No public transport means groups need vehicles. The drive to Ubud for 6+ people in a minivan ($25–40) is cheaper and more comfortable than 2 cars. → Bali guide
Rome: Italian sedans have small trunks. A group of 4+ with luggage needs a minivan by default. From Fiumicino, a minivan (€60–90) beats 2 fixed-rate taxis (€50 × 2 = €100). → Rome guide
Count luggage, not just people: A minivan for 7 people can be tight if everyone has a large suitcase. When in doubt, book the next size up — a minibus for 7 people gives everyone room to breathe.
GetTransfer for price, Kiwitaxi for choice: GetTransfer's bidding system delivers the lowest prices for large vehicles. Kiwitaxi shows you photos of the exact vehicle type before booking — more transparency.
One vehicle vs two: One minibus is always better than two sedans — one point of coordination, one driver, one price, and you all arrive together. The per-person cost is almost always lower too.
Wedding party (12 people, JFK to Manhattan): A minibus from GetTransfer costs $80–120 — roughly $7–10 per person vs $70 each for yellow cabs. Everyone arrives together, luggage in one place. → New York guide
Corporate team (8 people, Heathrow to London): A Mercedes V-Class from Kiwitaxi costs £80–120 — professional, comfortable, and cheaper than 2 black cabs (£120–200 total). → London guide
Extended family (6 people, CDG to Paris): A minivan from GetTransfer at €60–90 beats 2 taxis (€55+€55 = €110) and is infinitely more convenient than 6 RER B tickets plus onward taxis. → Paris guide
Stag/hen party (16 people, Prague Airport): A minibus from GetTransfer at €35–60 is incredibly cheap per person (~€2–4). The alternative — 4+ taxis getting lost in different directions — isn't worth the chaos. → Prague guide
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