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London Travel iN fleet of double decker, coaches and Mercedes minibus for London City Airport transfers

London City Airport Transfers by Coach & Minibus

Need group transport to or from London City Airport? London Travel iN provides private coaches and minibuses with professional drivers for groups of 8 to 85 passengers, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We meet your group in arrivals and take you straight to your hotel, office, event or cruise port in Canary Wharf, the City, the West End or anywhere in the South East, or collect you for your flight.

One vehicle carries the whole group and all the luggage, so nobody is left queuing for taxis or dragging suitcases onto the train.

Why book a private London City transfer

  • One vehicle for the whole group, with room for luggage

  • Your driver waits just outside the airport, about a 10-minute walk from the arrivals hall

  • Pick-up timed around your actual landing time

  • A clear quote agreed before you travel

  • Professional, experienced drivers and modern, air-conditioned vehicles

  • Available 24/7, including early-morning and late-night flights

How pick-up and drop-off work at London City

London City has only two coach bays and no holding area for coaches, so your driver arrives at the time of landing and waits just outside the airport, about a 10-minute walk from the arrivals hall.

Once your group has cleared passport control and collected its luggage, walk to the agreed meeting point, where your driver will help load all the luggage. For departures we drop you at the same point, about a 10-minute walk from check-in.

Popular London City transfer routes

  • Canary Wharf: around 15 minutes

  • The City of London: around 20 to 30 minutes

  • West End hotels: around 45 minutes to 1 hour

  • Tilbury cruise terminal: around 30 to 45 minutes

  • Heathrow Airport: around 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Gatwick Airport: around 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Dover cruise terminal: around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours

Journey times depend on traffic and the time of day. We plan every transfer with a sensible buffer, especially for cruise departures and onward flights.

Our vehicles

  • 8 seater MPV (Mercedes Viano / V-Class) for small groups and executive transfers

  • 16 seater luxury minibus with reclining seats, air conditioning and room for around 20 standard bags

  • 29 and 33 seat midi coaches for school trips, clubs and corporate groups

  • Full-size coaches for larger groups, up to an 85 seat double decker

Wheelchair accessible vehicles are available on request.

Who we drive

  • Tour operators and travel agents meeting incoming groups

  • School, university and exchange student groups

  • Corporate teams, conference delegates and event guests

  • Sports teams and supporters

  • Wedding parties and family groups

  • Cruise passengers travelling to or from Southampton, Dover and Tilbury

How booking works

  • Send your details: flight number, date, pick-up and drop-off points, number of passengers and luggage

  • Get your quote: we recommend the right vehicle and send you a clear price

  • Travel: your driver waits at the agreed point just outside the airport and looks after the journey

London City airport transfers – FAQs

Where do we meet the coach at London City Airport?
London City has only two coach bays and no holding area, so your driver arrives at the time of landing and waits just outside the airport, about a 10-minute walk from the arrivals hall. We confirm the exact meeting point before you travel.

What happens if our flight is delayed?
Give us your flight number when you book. Your driver times the pick-up around your actual landing time, so a delayed flight does not mean a missed transfer.

How long does it take to get from London City Airport to central London?
Canary Wharf and the City are usually around 15 to 30 minutes away, and the West End around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic.

Can you take our group from London City Airport to a cruise ship?
Yes. We run transfers from London City to the Tilbury, Dover and Southampton cruise terminals, and back again after your cruise.

How many passengers can you carry?
From 8 to 85 passengers, in executive minibuses, midi coaches, full-size coaches and double decker buses, with space for luggage.

How do I get a quote?
Use our free quote form or call us 24/7 on 07733 448902 with your flight details, number of passengers and destination, and we will send you a clear quote.

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