Chelmsford to London City Airport Taxi
Fixed £97 all-in, door to door. No meter, no surge, no card fees — the price you're quoted is the price you pay.
Fixed fares by vehicle
| Vehicle | Seats | Luggage | All-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 1–3 | 2 bags | £97 |
| Estate | 1–4 | 4 bags | £109 |
| MPV (5) | 5 | 3 bags | £140 |
| Executive | 1–4 | 2 bags | £125 |
| MPV (6) | 6 | 4 bags | £139 |
| MPV (7) | 7 | 5 bags | £155 |
| Executive MPV (7) | 7 | 7 bags | £225 |
| MPV (8) | 8 | 7 bags | £178 |
| 10 Seater | 10 | 9 bags | £293 |
| 12 Seater | 12 | group | £319 |
| 14 Seater | 14 | group | £350 |
| 16 Seater | 16 | group | £374 |
Every fare is the full all-in total, including the London City drop-off charge. Fixed at booking — it doesn't change with traffic, time of day or the route taken. Prices are per car, not per person.
What's included
- Fixed price, in writing. The meter never runs; no airport surcharge or card fee.
- Meet & greet. Your driver waits in arrivals with a name board.
- Free waiting on the return. We track your inbound flight, so a delay just moves your pickup — no extra charge.
- Licensed, DBS-checked drivers, 24/7. Including the earliest departures.
The journey & pickup
It's about 36 miles — A12 → A13 → London City — typically around 1 Hour, 3 Minutes. Traffic near the airport can add time at peak, so for an early flight we'll suggest a pickup that clears the worst of it; for arrivals we hold the car until you're through the hall.
We collect across Chelmsford and nearby — Chelmsford centre, Springfield, Great Baddow, Broomfield, Moulsham and the surrounding CM postcodes. We serve London City's single terminal; give us your terminal and flight number when you book and the driver takes you to the right door.
Taxi vs train vs coach
| Option | Time | Changes | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi (door to door) | ~1 Hour, 3 Minutes | none | from £97 / car |
| Train | around 55-70 min | one | £10-18pp |
| Coach | around 1.25 hours | 1+ | £9-16pp |
The taxi fare is per car. For two or more travellers — or any early-morning or late-night flight — a fixed car usually beats multiple legs with luggage.
How booking works
Chelmsford to London City FAQ
How much is a taxi from Chelmsford to London City Airport?
From the price shown above for a saloon (up to 3 passengers), all-in and fixed at booking. Larger vehicles are listed in the fare table.
How long does the Chelmsford to London City journey take?
About the drive time shown above via the A12 and A13. Allow a little longer at peak times on the approach to the airport.
Do you cover my area?
Yes — all of Chelmsford and the surrounding CM postcodes, plus the nearby towns.
Do you drop right at the terminal?
Right at the terminal door. Unlike the DLR, there is no interchange onto the London City Airport train — the taxi takes you straight to departures with your luggage.
What if my flight into London City is delayed?
We track it. Your pickup simply moves to your actual landing time and there is no charge for the wait.
Can you collect for an early-morning flight?
Yes, 24/7. Pre-booked cars for the first departures of the day are routine.
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