WARDEN → LCY
Warden to London City taxi.
Door to terminal from Warden: about 53 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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Open 24/7Your journey from Warden to London City
From Warden, London City is about 53 miles by road, usually 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 door to terminal. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Warden. That's around 5 minutes longer than from Sheerness, because Warden is further east on the island.
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.
- Warden BayHomes and holiday properties close to the bay
- Warden Point & the clifftopsThe roads near the cliffs at the eastern end
- Warden villageThe village streets and lanes
- Holiday parksVisitors staying in Warden's holiday parks and lodges
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 WARDEN
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 53 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 | No |
| London Gatwick | 61 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35 | No |
| London Southend | 66 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 80 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 55 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 86 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 5 | No |
| London Luton | 93 mi | 1 hr 45 – 2 hr 15 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 130 mi | 2 hr 25 – 3 hr 5 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 157 mi | 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 173 mi | 3 hr 20 – 4 hr 10 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 177 mi | 3 hr 20 – 4 hr 10 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 184 mi | 3 hr 40 – 4 hr 35 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 249 mi | 4 hr 55 – 6 hr 10 | Yes |
London City from nearby
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- Minster-on-Sea 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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FAQ
Warden to London City questions.
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How long is a taxi from Warden to London City?
Usually 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 for the 53-mile drive via the A2500, A249, M2, A2 and A1026, depending on traffic.
How far is London City from Warden?
About 53 miles by road. It's the closest of the 12 airports we serve from Warden.
Does the route from Warden to London City use the Dartford Crossing?
No. The route from Warden to London City doesn't need the Dartford Crossing.
What time should I leave Warden 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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