Strood is on the western bank of the Medway, the closest of the Medway towns to London, which makes it a quick start for most airports. Here's how the six London airports compare from Strood, measured by road.
The six airports from Strood, closest first
- London City: about 27 miles, typically 35 – 55 min
- London Southend: about 40 miles, typically 50 – 1 hr 10 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Gatwick: about 45 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15
- London Stansted: about 54 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 25 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Luton: about 67 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 (via the Dartford Crossing)
- London Heathrow: about 70 miles, typically 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 45
The easiest options
From Strood, London City is the closest by road, and it doesn't need the Dartford Crossing. Southend comes next at about 40 miles.
Gatwick and Heathrow are reached south of the Thames, so their journey times are more predictable. Stansted, Luton and Southend all cross at Dartford, where queues can add time at busy periods.
Choosing between them
- Early flight? Choose an airport that avoids the Dartford Crossing if you can.
- Long-haul? Heathrow has the widest choice; Gatwick is quicker to reach.
- Cheapest fare? Compare the total trip, including getting to the airport.
See airport taxis from Strood for journey times and pickup points, or call 01795 25 25 01.
