EASTCHURCH → LCY
Eastchurch to London City taxi.
Door to terminal from Eastchurch: about 50 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Eastchurch, London City is about 50 miles by road, usually 1 hr – 1 hr 20 door to terminal. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Eastchurch. That's about the same as from Sheerness.
The usual route is the A2500, A249, M2, A2 and A1026. There's no Thames crossing on this route, which makes the journey time more predictable.
London City has one small terminal, so you can usually arrive later than you would at the bigger airports, but check your airline's advice. The route runs along the A2 into south-east London and doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
From your door to London City
At London City
We drop you right outside the terminal. Because the airport is compact, pickups on your return are quick and simple.
- Eastchurch village centreThe High Street and the roads around the church and aviation memorial
- Lower Road (A2500)Homes and farms along the main road across the island
- Surrounding farms and lanesRural addresses between Eastchurch, Minster and Warden
- Outlying homesWe'll find you even if your address is off the beaten track
GOOD TO KNOW
Tips for London City
- London City is compact, so the time from car to gate is shorter than at the big airports.
- The A2 into London can be busy at rush hour, so we time pickups around it.
- Ideal for business trips: we can invoice journeys to a business account.
OTHER AIRPORTS FROM EASTCHURCH
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| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 50 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Gatwick | 58 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 | No |
| London Southend | 63 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 77 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 83 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| London Luton | 90 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 10 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 127 mi | 2 hr 20 – 3 hr | No |
| Norwich Airport | 154 mi | 3 hr 5 – 3 hr 50 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 170 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 174 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 181 mi | 3 hr 35 – 4 hr 30 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 246 mi | 4 hr 50 – 6 hr 5 | Yes |
London City from nearby
- London City taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London City from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20.
- Minster-on-Sea to London City taxiAbout 48 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Warden to London City taxiAbout 53 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Leysdown-on-Sea to London City taxiAbout 53 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Halfway to London City taxiAbout 48 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sheerness to London City taxiAbout 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20. Fixed price, 24/7.
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Airport travel guides
- Eastchurch & Warden to the airportRoute, journey times and rural pickup tips for Eastchurch and Warden.
- Which London airport is best from Sheppey?The six London airports compared from Sheppey on distance, time and the Dartford Crossing.
- Why take a taxi to the airport instead of driving?Airport parking, drop-off charges, the Dartford Crossing and tiredness: the case for a pre-booked airport taxi from Sheppey.
- When should you book an airport taxi from Sheerness?How far ahead to book, and how to work out your pickup time for each London airport.
- How to get from Sheerness to Gatwick, Heathrow & StanstedRoutes, distances and typical journey times by taxi, and how they compare with the train.
- Airport pickups in Blue Town, Mile Town & Marine TownHow airport pickups work in Sheerness's three districts, with journey times from each.
FAQ
Eastchurch to London City questions.
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How long is a taxi from Eastchurch to London City?
Usually 1 hr – 1 hr 20 for the 50-mile drive via the A2500, A249, M2, A2 and A1026, depending on traffic.
How far is London City from Eastchurch?
About 50 miles by road. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Eastchurch.
Does the route from Eastchurch to London City use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Eastchurch to London City doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Eastchurch for a flight from London City?
As a starting point, leave about 3 hr 45 before a short-haul departure, or 4 hr 45 before long-haul. We'll confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
Is London City the closest airport to Sheppey?
By road it's usually the closest or second closest, depending on where you start. From the Medway towns it's often well under an hour.
Do I need the Dartford Crossing for London City?
No. The route uses the A2 through south-east London.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book, so traffic and delays on the day don't change what you pay.
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