FAVERSHAM → LCY
Faversham to London City taxi.
Door to terminal from Faversham: 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 Faversham, 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 Faversham. That's about the same as from Sheerness.
The usual route is the 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.
- Faversham town centreThe market place and the streets around it
- Faversham stationMeet us at the station if you're arriving by train
- Around the creekHomes and moorings near Faversham Creek
- Surrounding villagesIncluding addresses towards Ospringe and Boughton
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 FAVERSHAM
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 50 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Gatwick | 59 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 | 84 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| London Luton | 90 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 10 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 127 mi | 2 hr 25 – 3 hr | No |
| Norwich Airport | 155 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 | 182 mi | 3 hr 35 – 4 hr 30 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 246 mi | 4 hr 55 – 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.
- Teynham to London City taxiAbout 46 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sittingbourne to London City taxiAbout 43 miles, typically 50 – 1 hr 10. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sheerness to London City taxiAbout 49 miles, typically 1 hr – 1 hr 20. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Airport taxi FavershamAirport transfers from Faversham (ME13) with measured journey times to all six London airports, pickup points and local tips.
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- Which London airport is best from Sheppey?The six London airports compared from Sheppey on distance, time and the Dartford Crossing.
- Flying from Faversham: Which London Airport Is Easiest?Which London airport is easiest from Faversham? Measured distances, typical taxi times and which routes use the Dartford Crossing, compared for all six London airports.
- Day Out at Faversham Market from SheppeyPlan a day out at Faversham's historic market from Sheppey: market days, what to see in the town, and how far it is by taxi.
- 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.
FAQ
Faversham to London City questions.
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How long is a taxi from Faversham to London City?
Usually 1 hr – 1 hr 20 for the 50-mile drive via the M2, A2 and A1026, depending on traffic.
How far is London City from Faversham?
About 50 miles by road. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Faversham.
Does the route from Faversham to London City use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Faversham to London City doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Faversham 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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