MAIDSTONE → LCY
Maidstone to London City taxi.
Door to terminal from Maidstone: about 36 miles, typically 45 – 1 hr 5. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Maidstone, London City is about 36 miles by road, usually 45 – 1 hr 5 door to terminal. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Maidstone. That's around 15 minutes quicker than from Sheerness.
The usual route is the A229, 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.
- Maidstone town centreFremlin Walk and the streets around the high street
- Maidstone East & West stationsMeet us at either station
- Maidstone HospitalStaff and visitors at the Barming site
- Residential areasIncluding Allington, Bearsted, Shepway and Penenden Heath
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 MAIDSTONE
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 36 mi | 45 – 1 hr 5 | No |
| London Gatwick | 40 mi | 50 – 1 hr 10 | No |
| London Southend | 49 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 63 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 35 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 66 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 40 | No |
| London Luton | 76 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 55 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 109 mi | 2 hr 5 – 2 hr 35 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 140 mi | 2 hr 50 – 3 hr 35 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 156 mi | 3 hr – 3 hr 45 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 160 mi | 3 hr – 3 hr 45 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 164 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 232 mi | 4 hr 40 – 5 hr 50 | 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.
- Chatham to London City taxiAbout 30 miles, typically 40 – 1 hr. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Rochester to London City taxiAbout 28 miles, typically 35 – 55 min. 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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- 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
Maidstone to London City questions.
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How long is a taxi from Maidstone to London City?
Usually 45 – 1 hr 5 for the 36-mile drive via the A229, M2, A2 and A1026, depending on traffic.
How far is London City from Maidstone?
About 36 miles by road. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Maidstone.
Does the route from Maidstone to London City use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Maidstone to London City doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Maidstone for a flight from London City?
As a starting point, leave about 3 hr 30 before a short-haul departure, or 4 hr 30 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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