Heading to Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026? This practical guide covers the event dates, parking, arrival tips, airport transfers, taxi options and the best way to travel from Brighton, Hove, Lewes, Worthing, Gatwick, Heathrow and across Sussex.
The best travel option depends on where you are starting from, how many people are travelling and whether you want to avoid driving, parking fields and event-day traffic. For many visitors, a pre-booked private hire taxi is the easiest door-to-door option, especially from Brighton, Hove, Lewes, Worthing, Gatwick Airport or Heathrow Airport.
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026 takes place from Thursday 9 July to Sunday 12 July 2026. It is one of the busiest motorsport events in the UK, so travel planning matters.
Usually a strong day for visitors who want the Festival atmosphere with slightly more breathing space than the weekend.
A popular day for serious motorsport fans, launches, displays and a fuller event schedule.
The busiest days. Book travel early and allow extra time for roads, crowds and pickup planning.
A little planning makes the day much easier. Use this simple route map before you book tickets, parking or taxis.
Confirm the exact date you are attending. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday can have different crowd levels, travel pressure and pickup demand.
Decide whether you want to drive and park, take public transport, use a shuttle option or book a private taxi transfer. If you are travelling as a group, a pre-booked vehicle may be more comfortable and simpler.
Roads around Goodwood get busy during event days. Build in extra time for traffic, walking from car parks, security, crowds and rural access roads.
If you are using a taxi, agree your drop-off and pickup plan before the day. At large events, “pick me up outside” is not enough. You need a clear location and phone contact.
Bring a power bank if possible. Your phone is important for driver contact, event maps, ticket access and pickup coordination.
Sussex Airports Taxis can help with pre-booked private hire travel to Goodwood from Sussex towns, villages and airports. These are some of the most useful routes visitors search for.
Ideal for visitors staying in Brighton city centre, seafront hotels, Kemptown, Preston Park, Patcham or Rottingdean.
Popular Event RouteDoor-to-door transfers from Hove, Seven Dials, Portslade, Aldrington and nearby residential areas.
Door to DoorUseful for visitors based around Lewes, Ringmer, Newhaven, Seaford, Peacehaven or surrounding villages.
East SussexConvenient event travel from Worthing, Goring-by-Sea, Broadwater, Findon, Lancing and nearby coastal areas.
West SussexAirport pickup for visitors flying into Gatwick and travelling directly to Goodwood, Chichester or nearby hotels.
Airport TransferLong-distance airport transfer for international visitors travelling from Heathrow to Goodwood Festival of Speed.
International VisitorsTransfers from Haywards Heath, Lindfield, Cuckfield and surrounding Mid Sussex areas.
Mid SussexEvent travel from Hassocks, Keymer, Clayton, Ditchling and surrounding villages.
Village PickupFor families, friends or corporate guests, booking one larger vehicle can be easier than coordinating several cars.
Group OptionGoodwood provides parking for Festival visitors, but event parking is not the same as a town centre car park. The official Festival of Speed parking guidance says car parks are free, open from 06:30 each day and are on grassland. Overnight parking and camping are not permitted in the car parks.
Many Goodwood visitors fly into the South East before travelling to Chichester, Goodwood or Sussex hotels. A pre-booked airport transfer is often the easiest option if you have luggage, event tickets, children or a tight schedule.
| Airport | Best For | Travel Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Gatwick Airport | Visitors staying in Sussex, Brighton, Chichester or travelling directly to Goodwood. | Send your flight number when booking so delays can be monitored. |
| Heathrow Airport | International visitors, corporate guests and longer-distance arrivals. | Book well in advance and allow time for passport control and luggage. |
| London City Airport | Business travellers and visitors connecting through London. | Plan for London traffic before heading towards Sussex and Goodwood. |
| Luton or Stansted | Visitors arriving on European routes or budget airlines. | These are longer transfers, so early booking is strongly recommended. |
Book your Goodwood Festival of Speed taxi in advance for the best availability. Event days get busy, especially for early morning drop-offs and afternoon or evening pickups.
The more detail you give before the day, the smoother your journey will be. This is especially important for Goodwood because of event traffic, rural roads and busy pickup areas.
Tell us how many adults and children are travelling so we can plan the right vehicle.
If you are coming from an airport or hotel, mention suitcases, bags, pushchairs or bulky items.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Each day can have different traffic pressure.
Choose a realistic time. Leaving at peak exit time may mean delays around the event roads.
The passenger’s mobile number is essential for event-day communication.
Tell us if anyone needs extra time, a low step vehicle or space for a folding wheelchair.
Festival of Speed is exciting, but it is also a big outdoor event. Plan like you are attending a full-day countryside motorsport festival, not just a quick appointment.
Use these official links to check the latest event information before travel.
Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026 takes place from Thursday 9 July to Sunday 12 July 2026.
Yes. Sussex Airports Taxis can provide pre-booked private hire travel from Brighton to Goodwood, including city centre, seafront hotels, Kemptown, Preston Park, Patcham and surrounding areas.
Yes. Gatwick to Goodwood airport transfers can be arranged in advance. Please provide your flight number, terminal, luggage details and destination.
Goodwood provides official event parking. The official guidance says parking is free, car parks open from 06:30 and parking is on grassland. Always check the latest Goodwood guidance before travelling.
Yes. Goodwood Festival of Speed is a major event and demand for taxis, private hire vehicles and airport transfers can be high. Advance booking is strongly recommended.
Yes, but return pickups should be planned carefully. Agree your pickup time and location before the event day and keep your phone charged.
Yes. We can help with pre-booked journeys to and from hotels, private homes, airports, stations and event locations around Goodwood, Chichester and Sussex.
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