Minster-on-Sea is one of the biggest communities on Sheppey, and being in the middle of the island it's only a few minutes from the A249. That makes it a good starting point for the London airports. Here are your options.
By taxi
A taxi takes you from your door in Minster straight to the terminal. Typical times by road:
| Airport | Distance | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London City | 48 miles | 55 – 1 hr 15 |
| London Gatwick | 56 miles | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 |
| London Southend * | 61 miles | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 |
| London Stansted * | 75 miles | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 |
| London Heathrow | 81 miles | 1 hr 30 – 1 hr 55 |
| London Luton * | 88 miles | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr 5 |
* Route uses the Dartford Crossing. Times are typical and vary with traffic.
By train
Minster has no station of its own, so you'd first need to get to Sheerness-on-Sea or Queenborough, change at Sittingbourne, and then usually change again in London. It works for a light day trip, but with suitcases and an early flight, three or four changes quickly add up.
Driving yourself
Driving is straightforward, but remember airport parking, forecourt drop-off charges, and the Dart Charge if you're heading for Stansted, Luton or Southend. Our guide taxi vs driving and parking compares the two.
Picking up in Minster
We collect from every part of Minster, from the Leas and the seafront to the estates off Scocles Road and the holiday parks. Some newer estates have similar street names, so include your postcode when you book. See airport taxis in Minster-on-Sea, or call 01795 25 25 01.
