City of London ⇄ Heathrow Airport
EC1–EC4 pickup£107
8-seater V Class£167
Return, saloon£205
West along the river or the Westway.
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City of London (the Square Mile) · airport & Eurostar transfers
City of London (Square Mile) Airport Transfers & International Station Taxis
Fixed fares from Bank, Moorgate, Liverpool Street, Aldgate, St Paul's, Cheapside, Fleet Street, the Barbican and Blackfriars to London's five airports and five international stations, both ways. London City Airport (a different place from the City itself) is a short run east – £105 to London City Airport in a saloon.
- Price fixed before you book – traffic never changes it
- Flights and trains tracked, driver waits for delays
- Every direction priced: City of London to the airport and back
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£95lowest fixed saloon fare
10airports & international stations
20routes, both directions
1 October 2026prices checked against the live booking engine
How City of London gets to the airport: fares, routes and timings
The City of London – the Square Mile – is London's financial district and its own local authority, separate from the 32 boroughs. It runs from Temple and Fleet Street in the west past St Paul's, Bank and the Barbican to Liverpool Street, Aldgate and the Tower. Not to be confused with London City Airport, which is about eight miles east on the Royal Docks.
Every City postcode is central London in the booking engine, so fares include the Congestion Charge allowance and the £20 central surcharge. In return, the City is one of the best-placed starting points in London: London City Airport, St Pancras and Stratford are all close, and the Elizabeth line, Thameslink and the Stansted Express all leave from here.
City of London airport and international station taxis – every route, both ways
Each card shows the fixed saloon fare from City of London, the saloon return, and links to the detailed page for each direction. Book buttons open the booking page with the route filled in.
Airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and London City
City of London ⇄ Gatwick Airport
EC1–EC4 pickup£132
8-seater V Class£192
Return, saloon£253
Over the river and south.
City of London ⇄ Luton Airport
EC1–EC4 pickup£137
8-seater V Class£197
Return, saloon£262
North up the A1 and M1.
City of London ⇄ Stansted Airport
EC1–EC4 pickup£142
8-seater V Class£202
Return, saloon£272
Up the M11.
City of London ⇄ London City Airport
EC1–EC4 pickup£105
8-seater V Class£165
Return, saloon£202
East along the river – the City's own airport.
International stations: St Pancras, Stratford, Ebbsfleet, Ashford and Birmingham
City of London ⇄ St Pancras International
EC1–EC4 pickup£95
8-seater V Class£155
Return, saloon£183
Straight up to Eurostar.
City of London ⇄ Stratford International
EC1–EC4 pickup£95
8-seater V Class£155
Return, saloon£183
East to the Olympic Park.
City of London ⇄ Ebbsfleet International
EC1–EC4 pickup£95
8-seater V Class£155
Return, saloon£183
Across the river and down the A2.
City of London ⇄ Ashford International
EC1–EC4 pickup£168
8-seater V Class£228
Return, saloon£321
Into Kent via the M20.
City of London ⇄ Birmingham International
EC1–EC4 pickup£247
8-seater V Class£307
Return, saloon£471
North-west out of London.
Full City of London fare table – all seven vehicles
All seven vehicles for every route, from the same fare engine the booking page uses.
| One way, either direction | Saloon4 pax | MPV6 pax | Executive3 pax | V Class (8-seater)7 pax | 9 Seater minibus8 pax | 16 Seater minibus16 pax | Mercedes S Class3 pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Airport21.4 mi | £107 | £122 | £137 | £167 | £152 | £213 | £251 |
| Gatwick Airport32.7 mi | £132 | £147 | £162 | £192 | £177 | £251 | £326 |
| Luton Airport36.1 mi | £137 | £152 | £167 | £197 | £182 | £258 | £341 |
| Stansted Airport38.4 mi | £142 | £157 | £172 | £202 | £187 | £266 | £356 |
| London City Airport8.4 mi | £105 | £120 | £135 | £165 | £150 | £210 | £245 |
| St Pancras International2.4 mi | £95 | £110 | £125 | £155 | £140 | £200 | £245 |
| Stratford International5.4 mi | £95 | £110 | £125 | £155 | £140 | £200 | £245 |
| Ebbsfleet International24.4 mi | £95 | £110 | £125 | £155 | £140 | £200 | £245 |
| Ashford International64.8 mi | £168 | £183 | £198 | £228 | £213 | £310 | £464 |
| Birmingham International110 mi | £247 | £262 | £277 | £307 | £292 | £428 | £701 |
Priced for a pickup at City of London, London EC2V 7HH, UK.
Standard fares, whole vehicle, one way; the reverse journey costs the same. Returns are 1.9× the single. The engine adds 20% for Friday journeys, Saturday and Sunday pickups before noon, Monday–Thursday trips into London 07:00–10:00 and out of London 16:00–19:00, and a seasonal supplement from 17 December to 1 January. Tariff 2026-09-21h-csz.
Why two City of London addresses can price differently
All EC1–EC4 addresses are inside the Congestion Charge zone and Rushxo's central surcharge zone. Fares from the City therefore include an £18 Congestion Charge allowance and a £20 central surcharge, and on a return the surcharge is charged on both legs. The allowance covers the charge whether or not your journey falls in charging hours, so there is nothing extra to pay on the day.
City of London pickup guide, area by area
Local pickup notes for City of London, written from how collections actually go on each patch.
| Area | Postcode | Central surcharge? | Pickup notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank & Cheapside | EC2 | Yes | Bank junction is closed to most traffic in the day – meet on a side street such as Lothbury. |
| Liverpool Street & Broadgate | EC2 | Yes | Station crowds; give your office building and the driver uses its set-down. |
| Moorgate & the Barbican | EC2 / EC1 | Yes | Barbican blocks: add the block name and the podium entrance. |
| St Paul's & Ludgate | EC4 | Yes | Meet on Cannon Street or New Change rather than by the cathedral steps. |
| Fleet Street & Temple | EC4 | Yes | Narrow lanes and Inns of Court – give the nearest open road. |
| Aldgate & Tower Hill | EC3 | No | Large gyratory – a side street or hotel entrance is easier. |
| Leadenhall & Lime Street | EC3 | Yes | Insurance-district towers – give the building name. |
| Blackfriars | EC4 | Yes | Right by the river and the A3211 – quick for the Embankment and Heathrow. |
Give a hotel name, block name or gate code if it applies, and a mobile number the driver can call. Waiting time at pickup is included.
City of London to London's five airports – route guides
Five airports, five very different drives from City of London. What to expect on each:
City of London to Heathrow Airport
Heathrow is reached along the Embankment and west on the A4, or via the Marylebone Road and the Westway. Early mornings are far quicker.
- Road miles: 21.4
- Usual time: 45–70 min
- Usual route: Along the Embankment and the A4 to the M4, or the A40 Westway
- Public transport alternative: Elizabeth line direct from Liverpool Street, Moorgate or Farringdon to Heathrow.
City of London to Gatwick Airport
Gatwick is reached south over the river and down the A23.
- Road miles: 32.7
- Usual time: 55–80 min
- Usual route: Over Blackfriars or London Bridge, then the A3 or A23 to the M23
- Public transport alternative: Thameslink direct from Farringdon, City Thameslink or Blackfriars to Gatwick Airport.
City of London to Luton Airport
Luton is reached north through Islington and up the M1.
- Road miles: 36.1
- Usual time: 50–70 min
- Usual route: A1 through Islington, or the A41, to the M1
- Public transport alternative: Thameslink direct from Farringdon, City Thameslink or Blackfriars to Luton Airport Parkway.
City of London to Stansted Airport
Stansted is a run north-east up the A10 or A12 and the M11.
- Road miles: 38.4
- Usual time: 50–70 min
- Usual route: A10 or the A12 to the M11
- Public transport alternative: Stansted Express direct from Liverpool Street.
City of London to London City Airport
London City Airport is a short run east through Limehouse.
- Road miles: 8.4
- Usual time: 20–30 min
- Usual route: The Highway or Commercial Road, the Limehouse Link and the A13
- Public transport alternative: DLR direct from Bank to London City Airport.
City of London to England's five international stations
Five stations in England carry "International" in their name. St Pancras is the Eurostar terminal; Stratford, Ebbsfleet and Ashford sit on the HS1 high-speed line; Birmingham International serves Birmingham Airport and the NEC. Only St Pancras currently has Eurostar departures.
City of London to St Pancras International
St Pancras is a short run north up Farringdon Road.
- Road miles: 2.4
- Usual time: 15–25 min
- Usual route: Farringdon Road or the City Road to King's Cross
- By train instead: Thameslink from Farringdon or Blackfriars, or the Northern line from Bank or Moorgate, to King's Cross St Pancras.
City of London to Stratford International
Stratford International is a short run east.
- Road miles: 5.4
- Usual time: 20–30 min
- Usual route: A11 Whitechapel Road and Bow, or the A12
- By train instead: Elizabeth line or Central line from Liverpool Street to Stratford.
City of London to Ebbsfleet International
Ebbsfleet is reached over Tower Bridge and down the Old Kent Road and the A2.
- Road miles: 24.4
- Usual time: 45–60 min
- Usual route: Tower Bridge and the A2, or the Blackwall Tunnel
- By train instead: Thameslink to St Pancras, then Southeastern high-speed to Ebbsfleet.
City of London to Ashford International
Ashford is reached via the A20 and the M20.
- Road miles: 64.8
- Usual time: 1 h 15 – 1 h 40
- Usual route: A2 or A20 to the M25 and M20
- By train instead: Thameslink to St Pancras, then Southeastern high-speed to Ashford International.
City of London to Birmingham International
Birmingham International is reached via the M1 or the M40.
- Road miles: 110
- Usual time: 2 h – 2 h 30
- Usual route: Through Islington to the M1, or the A40 and M40
- By train instead: Northern line from Bank or Moorgate to Euston, then Avanti West Coast.
What time should the car collect you in City of London?
Suggested pickup times from City of London, built from the usual drive time and a sensible check-in margin.
| Going to | Drive from City of London | Be there | Suggested pickup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Airport | 45–70 min | 3 h before long-haul, 2 h short-haul | about 4 h 10 min before |
| Gatwick Airport | 55–80 min | 3 h before long-haul, 2 h short-haul | about 4 h 20 min before |
| Luton Airport | 50–70 min | 2 h 30 min before departure | about 3 h 40 min before |
| Stansted Airport | 50–70 min | 2 h 30 min before departure | about 3 h 40 min before |
| London City Airport | 20–30 min | 1 h before departure | about 1 h 30 min before |
| St Pancras International | 15–25 min | 60–90 min before a Eurostar | about 1 h 55 min before |
| Stratford International | 20–30 min | 20 min before your train or event | about 50 min before |
| Ebbsfleet International | 45–60 min | 20 min before your train | about 1 h 20 min before |
| Ashford International | 1 h 15 – 1 h 40 | 20 min before your train | about 1 h 20 min before |
| Birmingham International | 2 h – 2 h 30 | 2 h before a flight, 1 h before an NEC event | about 4 h before |
Airline and rail deadlines change; always check your booking. Drive times are typical, not guaranteed – the fare stays fixed either way.
Choose the right vehicle
All fares are for the whole vehicle, not per person. Choose by passengers and by luggage.
- Saloonup to 4 passengersTwo large cases plus hand luggage
- MPVup to 6 passengersFamilies with buggies and several cases
- Executiveup to 3 passengersBusiness travel, quieter cabin
- V Class (8-seater)up to 7 passengersGroups with luggage, sliding doors
- 9 Seater minibusup to 8 passengersLarger groups, sports kit
- 16 Seater minibusup to 16 passengersSchool, club and corporate groups
- Mercedes S Classup to 3 passengersChauffeur-level comfort
Airport and station pickups back to City of London
Every route here costs the same in reverse, so the airport to City of London is the same price as City of London to the airport. Book with your flight or train number and the pickup follows the real arrival time; the driver meets you in arrivals with a name board, and there is no night surcharge for late landings.
City of London airport transfer questions
How much is a taxi from City of London to Heathrow?
A fixed saloon from City of London to Heathrow is £107, an MPV £122 and an 8-seater £167. The same fares apply from Heathrow back to City of London, with the drop-off and parking charges included.
Which airport is cheapest from City of London by taxi?
In order of saloon fare: London City £105, Heathrow £107, Gatwick £132, Luton £137, Stansted £142. Prices include the airport drop-off charge.
How long does it take to get from City of London to Gatwick?
About 32.7 road miles, usually 55–80 min by over Blackfriars or London Bridge, then the A3 or A23 to the M23. The fare is fixed whatever the traffic.
Do you meet Eurostar arrivals at St Pancras?
Yes. Give the train number and the driver follows its arrival, meets you on the St Pancras arrivals concourse and brings you to City of London for £95 in a saloon.
Is a return cheaper than two singles?
Yes – a return is 1.9 times the single. City of London to Heathrow and back in a saloon is £205.
When do surcharges apply?
No night surcharge. The engine adds 20% on Fridays, Saturday and Sunday mornings before noon, and weekday peaks (into London 07:00–10:00, out of London 16:00–19:00), plus a seasonal supplement from 17 December to 1 January. You see it before paying.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Flights are tracked; the pickup moves with the real landing time at no extra cost.
Is the City of London the same as London City Airport?
No. The City of London is the financial district (EC postcodes); London City Airport is about eight miles east on the Royal Docks. We cover both, and the run between them is usually 20 to 30 minutes.
Why do City fares include a surcharge?
All EC postcodes are inside the Congestion Charge zone and Rushxo's central surcharge zone, so an £18 allowance and a £20 surcharge are built into the fixed fare.
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