QUEENBOROUGH → LCY
Queenborough to London City taxi.
Door to terminal from Queenborough: about 47 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Queenborough, London City is about 47 miles by road, usually 55 – 1 hr 15 door to terminal. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Queenborough. That's around 5 minutes quicker than from Sheerness, because Queenborough is closer to the Sheppey Crossing.
The usual route is the 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.
- Queenborough High StreetThe historic streets of the old town
- Queenborough HarbourHandy for visitors and boat owners at the harbour
- Queenborough stationMeet us here if you're coming in on the Sheerness line
- Newer estates around the townThe housing areas on the edge of Queenborough
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 QUEENBOROUGH
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| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 47 mi | 55 – 1 hr 15 | No |
| London Gatwick | 55 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 | No |
| London Southend | 60 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 74 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 80 mi | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 | No |
| London Luton | 87 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr 5 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 124 mi | 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 50 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 152 mi | 3 hr – 3 hr 45 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 167 mi | 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 171 mi | 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 178 mi | 3 hr 30 – 4 hr 25 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 243 mi | 4 hr 50 – 6 hr | 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.
- 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.
- Minster-on-Sea to London City taxiAbout 48 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15. Fixed price, 24/7.
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- Local taxi Queenborough24/7 local taxis in Queenborough: stations, shopping, appointments and nights out, with typical journey times.
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- 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
Queenborough to London City questions.
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How long is a taxi from Queenborough to London City?
Usually 55 – 1 hr 15 for the 47-mile drive via the A249, M2, A2 and A1026, depending on traffic.
How far is London City from Queenborough?
About 47 miles by road. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Queenborough.
Does the route from Queenborough to London City use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Queenborough to London City doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Queenborough 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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