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LondonAirport‑Taxi.com provides premium airport taxi transfers from London City Airport (LCY) to Chelmsford. Reach Essex's county town, Springfield, Galleywood, and the surrounding CM postcodes in approximately 50 minutes via the A12—fixed fares, real-time flight tracking and meet & greet at arrivals, 24/7.
Flying into London City Airport and heading to Chelmsford? Our London City to Chelmsford taxi service covers approximately 35 miles via the A13 and A12, taking you directly to one of the world's most prestigious university cities. LondonAirport‑Taxi.com provides comfortable transfers with real-time flight tracking, ensuring your driver is waiting when you land, regardless of delays.
London City Airport is an excellent choice for Chelmsford-bound travellers arriving from European business centres. The direct A12 route avoids Central London entirely, making for a smooth, efficient journey. Whether you are visiting Chelmsford University, attending conferences, working in Essex business district's tech cluster, or visiting Addenbrooke's Hospital, we deliver you directly to your destination. View our complete London City Airport taxi services or check all London City Airport transfer prices.
The comfortable, direct way to reach Chelmsford from London City Airport — 35 miles via A12, fixed fare from £65.
Real-time monitoring
Avoids London traffic
No hidden fees
Any address
The journey from London City Airport to Chelmsford covers approximately 35 miles via the A13 and A12. Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes under normal traffic conditions. During rush hour, allow up to 1 hour 15 minutes.
50m – 1h 15m (peak)
A13 → A12 → Chelmsford
London City Airport (LCY)
Chelmsford, Chelmsfordshire

King's College
Trinity College
St John's College
Chelmsford Science Park
Addenbrooke's Hospital
ARM Holdings
AstraZeneca
City Centre Hotels
Door-to-door service to any Chelmsford address!
One fixed price for the entire 35-mile journey — no meters, no surge pricing, no surprises. All fares include parking, meet & greet at arrivals, and 60 minutes free waiting time.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Saloon Car Toyota Prius, VW Passat | 1–4 | 2 bags | £65 |
Estate Car VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb | 1–4 | 4 bags | £75 |
Executive Saloon Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series | 1–4 | 2 bags | £95 |
MPV 6-Seater VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy | 1–6 | 6 bags | £95 |
7-Seater MPV Mercedes V-Class, VW Caravelle | 1–7 | 7 bags | £110 |
8-Seater Minibus Mercedes Vito, VW Transporter | 1–8 | 8 bags | £125 |
Executive Minibus Mercedes V-Class LWB, VIP Sprinter | 1–8 | 8 bags | £135 |
All London City Airport taxi prices are fixed in advance with no hidden fees.
Your exact fare is confirmed at booking. Late-night (23:00–06:00) and bank holiday prices may vary.
Choose from our range of comfortable, modern vehicles for your Chelmsford transfer. All vehicles are fully licensed, maintained, and driven by DBS-checked drivers.
VW Passat or Similar

From £65
VW Passat Estate or Similar

From £75
Mercedes E-Class or Similar

From £95
VW Sharan or Similar

From £95
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer 7-Seater MPV from £110 and 8-Seater Minibus from £125. Child seats available free on request.
directions_carView Full FleetChelmsford is one of the world's great university cities, home to the prestigious University of Chelmsford and the UK's leading technology cluster known as Essex business district.
Historic centre
Granted city status in 2012
Chelmsford Cathedral — 15th century origin
Historic Shire Hall courthouse
Excellent commuter links to London
Central Park and riverside gardens
Growing economy
Major financial and insurance sector employers
Growing tech and logistics businesses
Chelmer Valley business parks
Chelmsford Science Park
Excellent 35-min rail link to Liverpool St
Culture and leisure
Chelmsford Cathedral — Gothic masterpiece
Hylands House and Park — 574-acre estate
Essex County Cricket Ground
Chelmsford City Racecourse
Chelmsford Botanic Garden
Booking your London City to Chelmsford taxi with LondonAirport‑Taxi.com takes under 2 minutes. We will track your incoming flight and meet you at arrivals.
Flight number and arrival time at London City Airport.
College name, hotel, business address, or any Chelmsford location.
Standard saloon, estate for extra luggage, or MPV for groups.
Instant confirmation with driver contact and live tracking link.
University Open Days?
Visiting Chelmsford for an open day or interview? Our drivers know all the colleges and can drop you right at the porter's lodge. Book your return journey for a stress-free day.
Get an instant fixed-fare quote for your London City to Chelmsford taxi.
Everything you need to know about our Chelmsford transfer service. For more help, visit our FAQ page or contact us.
Our fixed fare for a London City to Chelmsford taxi starts at £95 for a standard saloon car accommodating up to 4 passengers. Estate cars are £105, Executive Saloons £125, 6-seater MPV £125, 7-Seater MPV £145, 8-Seater Minibus £155, and Executive Minibus £165. All prices are fully inclusive with no hidden fees.
The journey from London City Airport to Chelmsford takes approximately 50 minutes covering around 35 miles via the A13 and A12. During rush hour or heavy traffic, allow up to 1 hour 15 minutes. The route avoids Central London entirely.
Yes, we provide door-to-door service to any address in Chelmsford including the city centre, Broomfield Hospital, Anglia Ruskin University, Great Baddow, Springfield, Writtle, and surrounding villages. We also serve Chelmsford Science Park, Addenbrooke's Hospital, hotels, and any street address in the city.
London City Airport offers excellent connections for business travellers from European financial centres, with fast check-in and the direct A12 route to Chelmsford. Stansted Airport is closer at around 30 miles, but London City's speed through the terminal often compensates. We offer transfers from all London airports to Chelmsford.
We take the most direct route via the A13 to join the A12 northbound, which runs directly to Chelmsford. This route avoids Central London entirely, making for a smooth and efficient journey. Our drivers use real-time traffic monitoring to optimise the route throughout.
We track your incoming flight in real-time using live flight data. If your aircraft is delayed, your driver will automatically adjust their arrival time at no extra cost. We include 60 minutes of free waiting time from when your flight lands at London City Airport.
Yes, all our London City Airport to Chelmsford transfers include a full meet and greet service. Your driver will wait in the arrivals hall holding a name board. We monitor your flight live and adjust if there are any delays, ensuring you always find your driver ready when you land.
Yes, we offer 7 vehicle types for the London City to Chelmsford route. The 7-Seater MPV is £110, the 8-Seater Minibus is £125, and the Executive Minibus is £135. These larger vehicles are ideal for families, sports teams, and corporate groups travelling to any Chelmsford address.
Genuine feedback from passengers. Read more customer reviews.
Flew in from Frankfurt for a business trip to Chelmsford. The driver met me at arrivals with a name board, knew exactly where my college was, and we were there in 50 minutes. Excellent service — I use LondonAirport‑Taxi.com every time I fly into London City.
Booked the 6-Seater MPV for a family visit to see family in Chelmsford. Arrived from Dublin, driver was waiting, and we were dropped right at the front door. Fixed price, no surprises. Will definitely book again for the next visit.
Regular London City to Chelmsford transfer for work. Always on time, professional drivers, and the M11 route is so much quicker than I expected. The Saloon is perfect for the journey — quick and comfortable — comfortable and spacious. Highly recommend.
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Flying into London City for Chelmsford? Book your direct airport taxi now with LondonAirport‑Taxi.com. Fixed fares from £65, real-time flight tracking, and professional drivers deliver you to any college, hotel, or business address in this thriving Essex county town.