Fixed Price £98
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Southend-on-Sea to London City Airport Taxi from £98
Trade the c2c train into Fenchurch Street and the fiddly DLR change out to the Royal Docks for a car that never leaves your side — LondonAirport‑Taxi.com runs fixed-price Southend-on-Sea to London City transfers straight up the A127 and along the A13 into the Docklands.
37 miles
Southend-on-Sea to London City
1 Hours, 2 Minutes
Door-to-door via A127
From £98
Fixed, all-in fare
24/7
365 days a year
Looking for a dependable Southend-on-Sea to London City Airport taxi?
Why Choose Our Southend-on-Sea to London City Taxi Service
Professional fixed-fare transfers connecting Southend-on-Sea and the wider East of England to London City's single terminal — with TfL-licensed drivers, real-time flight tracking, and complimentary meet & greet on arrival.
Direct A127 Route
1 Hours, 2 Minutes
24/7 Available
365 days a year
Meet & Greet
Inside arrivals hall
Licensed Drivers
DBS checked & insured
Southend-on-Sea to London City: Distance, Drive Time & A127 Route
Southend sits at the seaward end of the A127, and that road takes the lion’s share of the town’s airport traffic.
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Travel Time~1 Hours, 2 Minutes via A127
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Main RouteA127 → A13 → London City
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Pick-up AreasAll SS postcodes covered
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AirportLondon London City (LCY)
Why choose our Southend-on-Sea to London City taxi:
- check_circleDirect A127 route—faster than trains with changes
- check_circleDoor-to-door from any Southend-on-Sea address
- check_circlePerfect for early morning and late night flights
- check_circleNo luggage limits or station connections
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- • Southend Town Centre
- • Westcliff-on-Sea
- • Leigh-on-Sea
- • Thorpe Bay
- • Shoeburyness
- • Prittlewell
Southend-on-Sea to London City Taxi Prices by Vehicle
Fixed Southend-on-Sea 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 | £98 |
| Estate Car VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb | 1–4 | 4 large bags | £111 |
| Executive Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series | 1–4 | 2 large bags | £142 |
| MPV 5 Seater Vauxhall Zafira or similar | 5 | 3 large bags | £127 |
| MPV 6 Seater Ford Galaxy or similar | 5 | 4 large bags | £141 |
| MPV 7 Seater Mercedes Vito or similar | 6 | 5 large bags | £157 |
| Executive MPV 7 Mercedes V-Class or similar | 7 | 7 large bags | £228 |
| MPV 8 Seater Mercedes Sprinter or similar | 8 | 7 large bags | £180 |
| 10 Seater Minibus Ford Transit or similar | 10 | 9 large bags | £297 |
info Every fare here is fixed in advance with no hidden fees, no meter, and no surge — compare taxi to London City Airport prices across every vehicle before you book.
Need an onward ride once you reach the capital? Check current black cab rates in London or estimate the trip with our London taxi fare calculator.
Prices may vary for late-night pickups (23:00–06:00) or bank holidays.
London City Airport Taxi Routes Across South Essex
Popular nearby London City routes: Southend Airport to London City taxi, Brentwood to London City taxi, Maldon to London City taxi.
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Choose Your Vehicle for the Southend-on-Sea 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 £98
Estate
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From £111
Executive
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From £142
MPV 5 Seater
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From £127
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer 8-seater minibuses. Child seats available free.
View Full Fleet arrow_forwardSouthend-on-Sea to London City: Taxi vs Train vs Coach
Public transport from Southend-on-Sea to London City means changes and timetables; a private car is one fixed fare, door to door.
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Train
Rail means Southend Central on c2c to Fenchurch Street, then a walk to Tower Gateway and the DLR out to London City Airport, changing at Canning Town: two or three changes with luggage, close to two hours door to door, from £15-25pp depending on the time of day.
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Coach
On the coach: National Express, routed via central London, over three hours with a change in the capital, at £10-20pp.
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Private Taxi
Door-to-door in 1 Hours, 2 Minutes, no changes, no luggage hassle, 24/7, fixed from £98.
Southend-on-Sea Pickup & Drop-off Areas We Cover
Door-to-door across Southend-on-Sea and Essex for London City transfers.
•Southend Town Centre
•Westcliff-on-Sea
•Leigh-on-Sea
•Thorpe Bay
•Shoeburyness
•Prittlewell
Wider Southend-on-Sea Area Coverage:
We also cover every SS postcode across Essex and the surrounding area, with door-to-door pickups from Rayleigh (SS6), Rochford (SS4), Hadleigh & Benfleet (SS7), 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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Southend-on-Sea to London City Transfers for Every Kind of Trip
Business & Docklands Connections
Southend sends a steady stream of professionals into the City and Canary Wharf, and London City is the airport that puts a short-haul European meeting within easy reach of both.
Short-Haul City Breaks
London City is built for the quick European hop, and a weekend in Amsterdam, Zurich or Dublin starts far more easily from your own front door than from a train platform.
How to Book Your Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea Pickup Address
Any address, hotel, station, or business in Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea to London City Airport transfer.
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Starting From
£98 (Fixed Fare)
Southend-on-Sea to London City Airport Taxi – Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southend-on-Sea to London City taxis. More on our FAQ page.
How much does a taxi from Southend-on-Sea 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 number you see when you book is the number you pay, whatever the traffic does on the day.
How long does the Southend-on-Sea to London City journey take?
Allow roughly the drive time shown above. Much of the route runs along the dual-carriageway A127 and the A13 into the Royal Docks, so outside the morning rush the timing is dependable; your driver builds in a sensible buffer for the busier stretch around Rayleigh Weir.
What is the best route from Southend-on-Sea to London City Airport?
The standard run is the A127 Arterial Road west from the coast, then down onto the A13 through east London and into the Royal Docks at E16. When the Docklands approach is congested, an experienced driver adjusts the line into the airport to keep you moving toward the terminal.
Do you pick up from Leigh-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea and Thorpe Bay?
Yes. We collect from every Southend neighbourhood including Leigh-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea, Thorpe Bay, Shoeburyness and Prittlewell, as well as the wider SS postcodes such as Rayleigh, Rochford, Hadleigh and Canvey Island.
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Free waiting if you land late
Book Your Southend-on-Sea to London City Taxi Today
Ready for a stress-free airport transfer? Book your Southend-on-Sea to London City taxi today with London Airport Taxi — fixed fares from £98, professional drivers, and comfortable door-to-door service every step of the way.
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