Fixed Price £263
No hidden charges
Derby to London City Airport Taxi from £263
Swap the change at St Pancras and the Elizabeth line shuffle out to Custom House for one fixed-price car — LondonAirport‑Taxi.com runs Derby to London City Airport transfers straight from your door to the Royal Docks, joining the A38 to the M1 and down the A13.
147 miles
Derby to London City
2 Hours, 29 Minutes
Door-to-door via M1
From £263
Fixed, all-in fare
24/7
365 days a year
Looking for a dependable Derby to London City Airport taxi?
Why Choose Our Derby to London City Taxi Service
Professional fixed-fare transfers connecting Derby and the wider East Midlands to London City's single terminal — with TfL-licensed drivers, real-time flight tracking, and complimentary meet & greet on arrival.
Direct M1 Route
2 Hours, 29 Minutes
24/7 Available
365 days a year
Meet & Greet
Inside arrivals hall
Licensed Drivers
DBS checked & insured
Derby to London City: Distance, Drive Time & M1 Route
Derby sits on the A38 with the M1 a short hop east at Junctions 24 and 25, and that motorway carries the bulk of the city's traffic towards London.
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Travel Time~2 Hours, 29 Minutes via M1
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Main RouteM1 → A406 → A13 → London City
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Pick-up AreasAll DE postcodes covered
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AirportLondon London City (LCY)
Why choose our Derby to London City taxi:
- check_circleDirect M1 route—faster than trains with changes
- check_circleDoor-to-door from any Derby address
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- check_circleNo luggage limits or station connections
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- • Derby City Centre
- • Allestree
- • Mickleover
- • Littleover
- • Chaddesden
- • Alvaston
Derby to London City Taxi Prices by Vehicle
Fixed Derby to London City fares — no hidden charges, no surge pricing. Every price is door-to-door with meet & greet, flight monitoring and 60 minutes’ free waiting, and the London City airport drop off charges are handled for you.
| Vehicle Type | Passengers | Luggage | Price |
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| Saloon Car Toyota Prius, VW Passat | 1–3 | 2 large bags | £263 |
| Estate Car VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb | 1–4 | 4 large bags | £295 |
| Executive Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series | 1–4 | 2 large bags | £362 |
| MPV 5 Seater Vauxhall Zafira or similar | 5 | 3 large bags | £329 |
| MPV 6 Seater Ford Galaxy or similar | 5 | 4 large bags | £370 |
| MPV 7 Seater Mercedes Vito or similar | 6 | 5 large bags | £395 |
| Executive MPV 7 Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 7 large bags | £527 |
| MPV 8 Seater Mercedes Sprinter or similar | 8 | 7 large bags | £427 |
| 10 Seater Minibus Ford Transit or similar | 10 | 9 large bags | £743 |
info Every fare here is fixed in advance with no hidden fees, no meter, and no surge — compare cab to London City airport prices across every vehicle before you book.
Need an onward ride once you reach the capital? Check current London black cab prices or estimate the trip with our London cab cost calculator.
Prices may vary for late-night pickups (23:00–06:00) or bank holidays.
London City Airport Taxi Routes Across the East Midlands
Popular nearby London City routes: Nottingham to London City taxi, Leicester to London City taxi, Birmingham to London City taxi.
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Choose Your Vehicle for the Derby to London City Run
Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage. Every car is air-conditioned and driven by a licensed driver.
Saloon
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From £263
Estate
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From £295
Executive
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From £362
MPV 5 Seater
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From £329
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer 8-seater minibuses. Child seats available free.
View Full Fleet arrow_forwardDerby to London City: Taxi vs Train vs Coach
Public transport from Derby to London City means changes and timetables; a private car is one fixed fare, door to door.
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Train
Rail means Derby to St Pancras International on the EMR Midland Main Line, then across to the Elizabeth line for Custom House beside the airport: a change with luggage in central London, around three hours door to door, from £70-110pp at peak times.
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Coach
By coach: National Express, routed via London Victoria. Five hours or more with a change, £25-40pp.
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Private Taxi
Door-to-door in 2 Hours, 29 Minutes, no changes, no luggage hassle, 24/7, fixed from £263.
Derby Pickup & Drop-off Areas We Cover
Door-to-door across Derby and Derbyshire for London City transfers.
•Derby City Centre
•Cathedral Quarter
•Allestree
•Mickleover
•Littleover
•Chaddesden
Wider Derby Area Coverage:
We also cover every DE postcode across Derbyshire and the surrounding area, with door-to-door pickups from Duffield, Belper, Melbourne, and the region’s business parks.
London City Airport Transfers
We run transfers to and from London City's main terminal, with a dedicated pickup zone right by arrivals. Your driver meets you inside with a name board and gives you a hand with the luggage.
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Derby to London City Transfers for Every Kind of Trip
Business & Corporate Travel
Derby is a serious business city — Rolls-Royce, Toyota at Burnaston and their supply chains send people across Europe all year — and London City is built for exactly that traveller.
Short-Haul & City Breaks
LCY is a short-haul airport, and its close-in European network suits a Derby couple heading to Amsterdam, Zurich or a weekend in a continental city.
How to Book Your Derby to London City Taxi
Booking takes about 60 seconds through our online booking system — enter your pickup, choose a vehicle, and get an instant fixed-fare quote, 24/7. Our London City airport taxi booking guide walks you through it.
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Enter Your Derby Pickup Address
Any address, hotel, station, or business in Derby and surrounding areas.
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Choose Your Vehicle Type
Saloon, Estate, Executive, MPV, or 8-Seater Minibus.
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Add Extras & Flight Details
Child seats, special requests, flight number for tracking.
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Pay Securely & Receive Confirmation
Card, PayPal, or cash to driver. Instant email/SMS confirmation.
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24/7 Customer Support
Need assistance? Visit our contact page or WhatsApp us for booking help or last-minute changes.
Quick Quote
Get an instant fixed-fare quote for your Derby to London City Airport transfer.
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From
Derby, East Midlands
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London City Airport (LCY)
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Starting From
£263 (Fixed Fare)
Derby to London City Airport Taxi – Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Derby to London City taxis. More on our FAQ page.
How much does a taxi from Derby to London City Airport cost?
The fare is agreed up front and listed in the price table above, beginning with the saloon and rising by vehicle. It is an all-in figure with no surge pricing, so the price shown above is exactly what you pay, whatever the traffic is doing on the day.
How long does the Derby to London City journey take?
Allow roughly the drive time shown above. Most of the route is motorway and dual carriageway along the M1 and the A13, so once you are clear of the London fringe the timing is dependable; your driver builds in a sensible buffer for the North Circular and the A13 approach into the docks.
What is the best route from Derby to London City Airport?
The standard run leaves the A38 for the M1 at Junction 24 or 25, heads south to the A406 North Circular, then takes the A13 east into the Royal Docks and E16. When the North Circular or the docklands approaches are heavy, an experienced driver adjusts the final stretch to keep you moving towards the terminal.
Do you cover Allestree, Mickleover and Chaddesden?
Yes. We collect from every Derby suburb including Allestree, Mickleover, Littleover, Chaddesden, Alvaston and Spondon, as well as the wider DE postcodes and the villages around the city such as Duffield, Belper and Melbourne.
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Fully licensed private hire
DBS-checked drivers
Professional, vetted drivers
Fixed fares in writing
No meter, no surge, no card fees
Flight tracking
Free waiting if you land late
Book Your Derby to London City Taxi Today
Ready for a stress-free airport transfer? Book your Derby to London City taxi today with London Airport Taxi — fixed fares from £263, professional drivers, and comfortable door-to-door service every step of the way.
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