How Much Does a Private GP Cost UK

Private GP Prices 2026

Price comparison:

• The Online GP: From £150 (video), from £95 (in-person)

• Bupa: From £59 (15 min), £89 (30 min)

• DocTap: From £69

• Push Doctor: From £39

• Livi: From £39

• London Doctors Clinic: From £69

• Harley Street practices: £150-350

What's Included in the Price?

At The Online GP, the consultation fee includes:

• 30-minute consultation

• Diagnosis and treatment advice

• Private prescriptions (you pay pharmacy for medication)

• Sick notes / fit notes

• Referral letters

• Follow-up advice

Some providers charge extra for:

• Prescriptions: £10-25 per item

• Sick notes: £20-50

• Referral letters: £30-75

• Extended consultations: £50-100

Always check what's included before booking.

Private GP Cost Breakdown

Standard consultation (15-30 min): £49-150

Extended consultation (45-60 min): £95-250

Home visit: £200-500

Out of hours (evening/weekend): Often same price at online services, +£20-50 at clinics

Ongoing care package: £500-2,000/year for retainer-style access

Is Private GP Worth It?

Private GP is worth it if:

• You can't get NHS appointment quickly enough

• You need a sick note or letter urgently

• You want longer consultation time (30+ min vs NHS 10 min)

• You need evening/weekend appointment

• You value convenience of video consultations

• You want continuity (see same doctor each time)

It may not be worth it if:

• You can wait for NHS appointment

• You need ongoing chronic disease management (NHS provides free)

• Cost is a significant concern

Ways to Reduce Private GP Costs

Choose video over in-person: Often £20-50 cheaper.

Check what's included: Avoid providers charging extra for prescriptions/letters.

Use Pharmacy First: For seven conditions (UTI, sore throat, etc.), pharmacists can treat for free.

Consider health insurance: Some policies cover GP consultations.

Use employee benefits: Many employers offer private GP access.

Book Affordable Private GP

Book Consultation From £59

The Online GP. 30-minute consultations. All letters and prescriptions included.

The Online GP at The Wellness. Transparent pricing, no hidden fees.