Fixed Price £224
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Leicester to London City Airport Taxi from £224
Swap the change at St Pancras and the Elizabeth line hop across London for a single fixed-price car — LondonAirport‑Taxi.com runs Leicester to London City Airport transfers down the M1 from Junction 21, around the North Circular and along the A13 into the Royal Docks.
121 miles
Leicester to London City
2 Hours, 10 Minutes
Door-to-door via M1
From £224
Fixed, all-in fare
24/7
365 days a year
Looking for a dependable Leicester to London City Airport taxi?
Why Choose Our Leicester to London City Taxi Service
Professional fixed-fare transfers connecting Leicester 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, 10 Minutes
24/7 Available
365 days a year
Meet & Greet
Inside arrivals hall
Licensed Drivers
DBS checked & insured
Leicester to London City: Distance, Drive Time & M1 Route
Leicester sits right on the M1 at Junction 21, and that motorway carries the bulk of the city’s London-bound airport traffic.
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Travel Time~2 Hours, 10 Minutes via M1
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Main RouteM1 → A406 → A13 → London City
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Pick-up AreasAll LE postcodes covered
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AirportLondon London City (LCY)
Why choose our Leicester to London City taxi:
- check_circleDirect M1 route—faster than trains with changes
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- check_circleNo luggage limits or station connections
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- • Leicester City Centre
- • Clarendon Park
- • Oadby
- • Wigston
- • Aylestone
- • Evington
Leicester to London City Taxi Prices by Vehicle
Fixed Leicester 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 | £224 |
| Estate Car VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb | 1–4 | 4 large bags | £252 |
| Executive Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series | 1–4 | 2 large bags | £310 |
| MPV 5 Seater Vauxhall Zafira or similar | 5 | 3 large bags | £281 |
| MPV 6 Seater Ford Galaxy or similar | 5 | 4 large bags | £316 |
| MPV 7 Seater Mercedes Vito or similar | 6 | 5 large bags | £339 |
| Executive MPV 7 Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 7 large bags | £457 |
| MPV 8 Seater Mercedes Sprinter or similar | 8 | 7 large bags | £369 |
| 10 Seater Minibus Ford Transit or similar | 10 | 9 large bags | £638 |
info Every fare here is fixed in advance with no hidden fees, no meter, and no surge — compare London City taxi fares across every vehicle before you book.
Need an onward ride once you reach the capital? Check current London cab prices or estimate the trip with our London taxi 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, Coventry to London City taxi, Northampton to London City taxi.
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Choose Your Vehicle for the Leicester 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 £224
Estate
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From £252
Executive
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From £310
MPV 5 Seater
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From £281
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer 8-seater minibuses. Child seats available free.
View Full Fleet arrow_forwardLeicester to London City: Taxi vs Train vs Coach
Trains and coaches serve Leicester, but for a London City transfer with luggage or an early flight a private taxi wins on what matters.
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Train
Leicester to St Pancras International on East Midlands Railway, then across to Farringdon and out on the Elizabeth line to Custom House beside London City. one change with luggage across London around two and a half hours door to door, £50-90pp at peak times.
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Coach
National Express, routed via Victoria Coach Station. four hours or more with a change across the capital, £20-35pp.
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Private Taxi
Door-to-door in 2 Hours, 10 Minutes, no changes, no luggage hassle, 24/7, fixed from £224.
Leicester Pickup & Drop-off Areas We Cover
Door-to-door across Leicester and Leicestershire for London City transfers.
•Leicester City Centre
•Clarendon Park
•Oadby
•Wigston
•Aylestone
•Evington
Wider Leicester Area Coverage:
We also cover every LE postcode across Leicestershire and the surrounding area, with door-to-door pickups from Loughborough (LE11-LE12), Hinckley (LE10), Market Harborough (LE16), 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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Leicester to London City Transfers for Every Kind of Trip
Business & Corporate Travel
London City exists for exactly this kind of trip, sitting a short ride from Canary Wharf and the City, and Leicester’s professionals use it for early meetings and short-haul European connections.
Family Holidays
Setting off from Oadby or Knighton with children and a boot full of cases is far easier managed door to door.
How to Book Your Leicester 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 Leicester Pickup Address
Any address, hotel, station, or business in Leicester 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 Leicester to London City Airport transfer.
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From
Leicester, East Midlands
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To
London City Airport (LCY)
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Starting From
£224 (Fixed Fare)
Leicester to London City Airport Taxi – Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leicester to London City taxis. More on our FAQ page.
How much does a taxi from Leicester to London City Airport cost?
Your fare is fixed and shown in the price table above, starting with the saloon and rising by vehicle size. It is an all-in figure with no surge pricing, so the price shown above is exactly what you pay, whatever the traffic on the day.
How long does the Leicester to London City journey take?
Allow roughly the drive time shown above. Almost the whole route is motorway and dual carriageway along the M1, the A406 North Circular and the A13, so outside the morning rush the timing is dependable; your driver builds in a sensible buffer for the North Circular.
What is the best route from Leicester to London City?
The standard run joins the M1 at Junction 21 and heads south, then takes the A406 North Circular round the top of London and the A13 east into the Royal Docks to the terminal. When the North Circular is congested, an experienced driver will adjust the approach through east London to keep you moving.
Do you pick up from Oadby, Wigston and Loughborough?
Yes. We collect from every Leicester neighbourhood including Clarendon Park, Oadby, Wigston, Aylestone and Evington, as well as the wider LE postcodes such as Loughborough, Hinckley, Market Harborough and Melton Mowbray.
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Fixed fares in writing
No meter, no surge, no card fees
Flight tracking
Free waiting if you land late
Book Your Leicester to London City Taxi Today
Ready for a stress-free airport transfer? Book your Leicester to London City taxi today with London Airport Taxi — fixed fares from £224, professional drivers, and comfortable door-to-door service every step of the way.
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