Fixed £40 Fare
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
Looking for a Limehouse to London City Airport taxi? Our fixed fare transfer service covers every pickup across this historic Docklands neighbourhood — from the cobbled streets of Narrow Street and the converted warehouses along Limehouse Basin to the residential towers on Commercial Road, the houseboats at Limehouse Cut, and the Victorian terraces near Limehouse DLR and Stepney Green. At £40, the fare is confirmed at booking with no surge charges, no meter uncertainty, and no hidden extras — providing a direct, professional Docklands transfer to LCY's terminal entrance in approximately 15 to 25 minutes via the A1203 and Aspen Way corridor. Fully licensed drivers operate under a Private Hire Operator Licence issued by Transport for London, with real-time flight monitoring and direct terminal drop-off included as standard. Available around the clock for early-morning British Airways departures, late-evening Lufthansa returns from Frankfurt, weekend getaways, and every transfer in between.
How much does a taxi from Limehouse to London City Airport cost? A guaranteed £40 fixed fare — confirmed at booking, with no hidden extras, no surge pricing, and no meter ticking through Docklands traffic. Gatwick Taxi Transfer provides professional Limehouse to LCY transfer services from one of East London's most characterful riverside neighbourhoods. Limehouse sits at the junction of the historic Thames waterfront and the modern Docklands regeneration zone — a neighbourhood where converted Victorian warehouses, Georgian townhouses on Narrow Street, the marina community at Limehouse Basin, and contemporary apartment towers along Commercial Road create a diverse residential character unlike anywhere else in Tower Hamlets. The area is served by Limehouse DLR station and Limehouse station on the c2c national rail line to Fenchurch Street, placing it at the crossroads of East London's transport network.
Whether you are a riverside apartment resident catching a morning flight to Edinburgh, a creative professional heading from a Narrow Street studio to a Lufthansa connection to Frankfurt, a business traveller connecting from your serviced apartment near Limehouse Basin to a Swiss International Air Lines flight to Zurich, or a family departing from your Victorian terrace near Stepney Green for a holiday via KLM to Amsterdam — our London City Airport taxi service covers every E14 and surrounding pickup address. Is £40 a fixed fare for Limehouse to London City Airport taxi transfers? Yes — the price is locked at booking and cannot increase regardless of traffic conditions on Commercial Road, Limehouse Link tunnel congestion, or Canary Wharf rush hour gridlock. Compare this with ride-hailing apps that routinely surge to £55 or more during Docklands evening peaks and Friday night demand.
Trusted by riverside residents, Docklands professionals, hotel guests, and families across the E14 postcode for fast, reliable London City Airport transfers.
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
15–25 min direct, no changes
TfL-compliant, DBS-checked
Under 5 years old, air-conditioned
60 seconds online, 24/7
Flight tracking & meet & greet
The Limehouse to London City Airport route covers approximately four to six miles depending on your exact pickup location within the neighbourhood. Pickups from the western edge of Limehouse near Stepney Green cover the longer range, while addresses along Narrow Street and Limehouse Basin — closer to the Westferry Road junction and Canary Wharf border — sit at the shorter end. Either way, this is a compact East London transfer that benefits from the Docklands' purpose-built road infrastructure.
The journey typically takes 15 to 25 minutes. During off-peak hours — early mornings before 7 AM, late evenings after 8 PM, and weekends — drivers frequently complete the transfer in under 15 minutes. Even during peak commuter periods when Canary Wharf generates heavy traffic on the surrounding road network, the Aspen Way flyover provides an elevated bypass that keeps airport-bound vehicles separate from surface-level Docklands congestion.
The primary route heads east along Commercial Road (A1203) before connecting to Aspen Way — the elevated dual carriageway that runs above the Poplar and Blackwall DLR corridor. From Aspen Way, the route merges onto the A1020 Lower Lea Crossing and then Royal Docks Road, providing direct access to LCY's Hartmann Road terminal approach. An alternative route via Limehouse Link tunnel and the Isle of Dogs is available when the A1203 is congested, while Cable Street and the Highway offer a western alternative for pickups near Stepney Green. Real-time traffic monitoring ensures drivers select the fastest available corridor on every journey.
Off-peak: ~12 min | Peak: ~25 min
A1203 → Aspen Way → A1020 → LCY
All Limehouse, E14
Aspen Way flyover bypasses Canary Wharf surface traffic
Historic Docklands Riverside
Distance
~4–6 Miles
Drive Time
15–25 min
Route
A1203 → Aspen Way → A1020 → LCY
The £40 saloon fare is transparent and all-inclusive — confirmed at booking with no hidden extras. Compare this with ride-hailing apps that surge to £55 or more during Canary Wharf rush hours, Limehouse Basin event periods, and Friday evening peaks. Every fare includes direct terminal drop-off, live flight monitoring, luggage assistance, and 60 minutes of complimentary waiting on return pickups.
Toyota Prius, VW Passat
VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series
VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy
Mercedes Vito, VW Transporter
infoOne-way fixed fare from £40. Return transfers from LCY to Limehouse available at the same rate. No rush-hour surcharges, no overnight premiums, and no additional fees for standard luggage or traffic delays.
Is a taxi from Limehouse to London City Airport faster than public transport options like DLR? Limehouse has a DLR station — but reaching London City Airport by rail still requires travelling east to Poplar, changing to the Beckton branch or continuing through Canning Town, and then riding the DLR to London City Airport station. This involves at least one platform change, a wait between connecting services, and a total door-to-door journey of 20 to 35 minutes including walking time at both ends. During Canary Wharf peak commuter hours, DLR carriages are packed and luggage space is virtually non-existent. Limehouse also sits on the c2c national rail line, but this heads west to Fenchurch Street rather than east to LCY. A private taxi covers the same distance in 15 to 25 minutes door-to-terminal, with no DLR interchange, no crowded carriages, and a guaranteed £40 fixed fare that eliminates the ride-hailing surge pricing common during Docklands rush hours.
The DLR from Limehouse to London City Airport requires changing at Poplar or Canning Town, with a total journey of 20 to 35 minutes including platform waits and walking time. DLR carriages have no dedicated luggage space, and during Canary Wharf commuter peaks they are standing-room only. The c2c line at Limehouse heads to Fenchurch Street, not eastward to LCY.
Uber and Bolt prices from Limehouse to LCY are unpredictable — ranging from £18 to £20 during quiet periods but surging to £45 to £60 during Canary Wharf evening peaks, Limehouse Basin summer events, and Friday night demand. With no price guarantee at booking, the fare you see when requesting may not be the fare you ultimately pay.
Direct door-to-terminal in 15–25 minutes via Aspen Way and the A1020. No DLR interchange, no Canary Wharf crowds, no surge pricing. Fixed £40 fare locked at booking. Licensed, insured drivers who navigate the Limehouse and Docklands corridor daily, available 24/7, with professional meet and greet on every return pickup.
| Feature | 🚃 DLR | 📱 Ride-Hail | 🚕 Private Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journey Time | 20–35 minutes | 15–25 minutes | 15–25 minutes |
| Changes Required | 1–2 (Poplar/Canning Town) | None | None — Direct |
| Luggage Space | Very Limited | Variable | ✅ Full Boot |
| Door-to-Terminal | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Fixed Price | ~£4–5 | £18–60 (surge) | ✅ £40 Fixed |
| 24/7 Service | Limited (last DLR ~midnight) | Variable | ✅ Always |
Do you provide 24/7 taxi service from Limehouse to LCY? Yes — the service operates every hour of every day, perfectly aligned with London City Airport's flight schedule and Limehouse's diverse residential timetable. The DLR's last service from Limehouse runs around midnight, leaving a significant gap for early-morning and late-night travellers. Our service fills this gap seamlessly — from 4 AM pickups for the first British Airways departure to Edinburgh, through midday transfers for Lufthansa connections to Munich, to midnight returns from delayed Swiss International Air Lines flights via Geneva. Can I pre-book a Limehouse to London City Airport taxi online? Yes — instant online booking with immediate confirmation operates around the clock, ensuring your vehicle is reserved regardless of the hour.
Ride-hailing apps surge during Canary Wharf evening peaks, Limehouse Basin summer events, Narrow Street restaurant evenings, and Friday night Docklands demand. Our £40 fare remains constant regardless of demand, time, or local events. The price confirmed at booking is the price you pay on arrival.
Do you cover all Limehouse areas for London City Airport taxi pickups? Yes — every warehouse conversion, riverside apartment, Victorian terrace, hotel, serviced apartment, and houseboat within the Limehouse district falls within our door-to-door pickup zone. Full coverage spans the E14 postcode and surrounding borders.
Narrow Street cobbled waterfront, The Grapes pub, riverside warehouse conversions, Ropemakers Fields, Limehouse Pier, Dundee Wharf, Limekiln Dock
Limehouse Basin marina, Limehouse Cut canal, houseboat community, basin-side apartments, Limehouse Causeway, Mandarin Oriental development site
Commercial Road apartment towers, Salmon Lane, Three Colt Street, Rhodeswell Road, Burdett Road border, Stepney Green border, Victorian terraces
Canary Wharf border hotels, Limehouse serviced apartments, Narrow Street boutique accommodation, Airbnb properties, short-let waterfront flats
What vehicle options are available for Limehouse to LCY airport transfers? The fleet covers every passenger and luggage requirement — from solo residents catching business flights, through couples departing for city breaks, to families with children and groups travelling together. Can I book an executive or larger taxi from Limehouse to London City Airport? Yes — Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series executive vehicles are available alongside standard saloons, luggage-friendly estates, and spacious MPVs. Can your taxi service handle extra luggage for Limehouse to LCY transfers? Every vehicle category accommodates standard airport luggage, with estates and MPVs offering extended capacity for pushchairs, sports equipment, and oversized bags.

Toyota Prius or Similar

Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series

Ford Galaxy or Similar

VW Passat Estate or Similar
Need an executive chauffeur for a Docklands client transfer, or an 8-seater minibus for a group departure? All vehicles available for Limehouse to LCY transfers.
Luggage-friendly across every category • Pushchairs, sports equipment, oversized bags, and musical instruments welcome
Do you offer meet and greet service at London City Airport? Yes — your driver waits inside the LCY arrivals hall with a personalised name board. London City Airport's compact single-terminal layout means you will see your driver within moments of clearing the baggage reclaim area. No searching through a crowded taxi rank, no walking to a distant pickup zone, and no calling an app-allocated driver who may be circling the airport perimeter. The service is seamless from the moment you step through arrivals.
Every return pickup includes complimentary flight tracking powered by live aviation data. Whether your Swiss International Air Lines flight from Geneva lands twenty minutes early or your evening British Airways connection from Manchester is delayed by forty-five minutes, your driver's schedule adjusts automatically in real time. We include 60 minutes of free waiting as standard on every LCY collection — ample time to clear passport control, collect luggage, and walk through to the arrivals area without any pressure.
Do you offer return taxi transfers from London City Airport to Limehouse? Yes — the return journey operates at the same fixed fares with identical professional standards. Whether you are landing from a Lufthansa connection via Frankfurt after a business trip, arriving on a KLM flight through Amsterdam Schiphol after visiting family, returning from an Aer Lingus Dublin service, or touching down from a British Airways Edinburgh flight after a medical conference, your driver will be positioned and ready at the terminal. The transfer back to your Narrow Street waterfront apartment, your Limehouse Basin marina flat, or your Commercial Road residence takes the same 15 to 25 minutes — with no DLR interchange, no taxi rank queue, and no dragging luggage through Canning Town station at midnight.
After a long day of travel — back-to-back meetings in Zurich, a delayed return from Glasgow, or a tiring family holiday flight — the last thing you want is to navigate the DLR platform at London City Airport, change at Poplar, and then walk from Limehouse DLR to your front door with heavy suitcases. Our return transfer removes every friction point — a clean, comfortable vehicle waiting at the terminal entrance, professional luggage assistance, and a direct ride back to your exact Limehouse address in approximately 15 to 25 minutes. Perfect for tired business travellers, families arriving home from holidays, Narrow Street residents returning from European city breaks, and first-time visitors heading to waterfront accommodation.
Are your Limehouse to London City Airport taxis fully licensed and insured? Every vehicle in our fleet operates under a valid Private Hire Operator Licence issued in full compliance with Transport for London regulations. All drivers hold individual TfL-issued private hire driver licences, carry enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificates, and are covered by comprehensive commercial motor insurance. These are experienced Docklands corridor professionals who navigate the Limehouse, Poplar, and Royal Docks roads daily — familiar with the narrow cobbled streets around Narrow Street, the restricted-access marina roads at Limehouse Basin, the Commercial Road bus lane configurations, the Limehouse Link tunnel entry timing, and the one-way systems near Limehouse DLR that satellite navigation often handles poorly.
Every journey is backed by a full Private Hire Operator Licence meeting Transport for London's regulatory framework. Drivers carry visible identification at all times, vehicles display valid licence plates, and comprehensive insurance documentation is available on request. This regulatory compliance provides professional accountability that unregulated minicab services and casual ride-hailing platforms cannot guarantee — an important assurance for Limehouse residents, international visitors, and business travellers connecting through London City Airport.
Limehouse presents specific navigation challenges that generic satellite navigation cannot anticipate. The narrow cobbled sections of Narrow Street where two vehicles struggle to pass simultaneously, the restricted-access marina approach roads at Limehouse Basin, the Limehouse Link tunnel entry which requires precise lane positioning, pedestrian-heavy Limehouse Causeway during market hours, and the c2c level crossing near Limehouse station that creates periodic traffic hold-ups — our drivers monitor these conditions in real time and use years of Docklands experience to route through the A1203, Aspen Way, and alternative corridors via Cable Street and the Highway to deliver consistent 15-to-25-minute transfers.
Can I pre-book a Limehouse to London City Airport taxi online? Yes — the entire process completes in under 60 seconds through our website. No account registration, no app download, and instant confirmation arrives via email and SMS with your driver's name, vehicle details, and direct contact number.
Any location — Narrow Street, Limehouse Basin, Commercial Road, Limehouse DLR, Salmon Lane, Three Colt Street, Limehouse Cut, or any E14 address including marina flats, warehouse conversions, and riverside apartments.
Standard saloon from £40 for solo or couple travel, estate £50 for extra luggage, executive Mercedes or BMW £60 for business travellers, or MPV £55 for families and groups.
Enter your flight number to activate live monitoring. Add child seat requirements, accessibility needs, or extra luggage notes. For return pickups, flight tracking adjusts automatically at no extra cost.
Pay by card, PayPal, or cash on the day. Immediate confirmation includes driver name, vehicle registration, and direct contact number. Contact us at any time to amend your booking.
How early should I book a taxi from Limehouse to London City Airport before my flight? We recommend booking 12 to 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability — particularly during Canary Wharf rush hours, Narrow Street restaurant evenings, Limehouse Basin summer events, and Friday night Docklands demand. Same-day and last-minute bookings are accepted around the clock, subject to vehicle availability.
Prefer to book by phone? Call +44 203 617 7825 or message us on WhatsApp. Our booking team operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year.
Instant fixed-price quote for your Limehouse to LCY transfer.
Answers to the most common questions about our Limehouse to LCY airport transfer service.
The fixed fare is £40 for a standard saloon vehicle. Estate cars are priced at £50, MPVs at £55, executive Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series vehicles at £60, and 8-seater minibuses at £80. Every fare includes terminal drop-off, luggage assistance, live flight monitoring, and 60 minutes of free waiting on return pickups.
Yes — £40 is a fixed, all-inclusive price with no surge charges. The fare is confirmed at booking and cannot increase regardless of traffic on Commercial Road, Limehouse Link tunnel congestion, Canary Wharf rush hour gridlock, or time of day. No overnight premium, no weekend supplement, and no hidden extras.
The journey usually takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic via the A1203 and Aspen Way corridor. Early-morning and late-evening transfers frequently complete in under 15 minutes. During peak periods, the Aspen Way flyover provides an elevated bypass that keeps airport-bound traffic moving above Docklands surface congestion.
Yes — online booking is available 24/7 with instant confirmation at gatwicktaxitransfer.com. The process takes under 60 seconds, requires no account registration, and delivers immediate confirmation via email and SMS with your driver's name and vehicle details.
Yes, we operate day and night — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Early-morning British Airways departures, late-evening Lufthansa returns from Frankfurt, weekend getaways, bank holiday travel, and same-day bookings are all covered at the same £40 fixed fare. The DLR's last service from Limehouse runs around midnight — our taxi service fills every gap the rail network leaves.
Yes — return and meet and greet services are available at the same fixed fares. Every return pickup includes your driver waiting inside the LCY arrivals hall with a name board, live flight tracking, 60 minutes of complimentary waiting, and direct drop-off to your exact Limehouse address — Narrow Street waterfront, Limehouse Basin marina, Commercial Road apartment, or any E14 location.
Yes — taxis are typically faster and more convenient, especially with luggage. A private taxi completes the journey in 15 to 25 minutes door-to-door, compared with 20 to 35 minutes via DLR including a change at Poplar or Canning Town, platform waiting, and walking time at both ends. The taxi eliminates all platform changes and provides direct luggage-friendly, door-to-terminal service.
Standard saloon cars from £40, estate cars from £50 for extra luggage, executive Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series from £60, MPVs from £55 for families and groups, and 8-seater minibuses from £80 for larger parties. All vehicles are air-conditioned, regularly inspected, and under five years old.
Yes — all drivers and vehicles are fully licensed and insured. Every driver holds a TfL-issued private hire driver licence, carries an enhanced DBS certificate, and is covered by comprehensive commercial motor insurance. The operator holds a valid Private Hire Operator Licence in full compliance with Transport for London regulations.
Yes — meet and greet is available upon request on every return pickup at no additional cost. Your driver waits inside the LCY arrivals hall with a personalised name board. Live flight monitoring ensures automatic delay adjustment. LCY's compact single-terminal design means your driver is visible within moments of clearing baggage reclaim.
Yes — executive and group vehicles can be arranged. Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series executive cars are available from £60, ideal for Docklands business travellers and professionals. Mercedes V-Class executive MPVs for corporate groups start at higher tiers. MPV, 8-seater, and 16-seater vehicles accommodate families, delegations, and larger travelling parties.
Yes — all Limehouse postcodes and surrounding areas are covered. Narrow Street and riverside warehouses, Limehouse Basin and marina, Commercial Road apartments, Limehouse Cut houseboats, Salmon Lane, Three Colt Street, Rhodeswell Road, Limehouse DLR station, Stepney Green border, Canary Wharf border — every address within the Limehouse district falls within our door-to-door pickup zone.
Yes — larger vehicles are available for additional luggage. Estate cars provide extended boot space for oversized suitcases. MPVs accommodate families with pushchairs, car seats, and holiday luggage. For groups travelling with sports equipment, musical instruments, or multiple oversized bags, 8-seater vehicles offer the most generous capacity. Simply note your requirements at booking.
We recommend booking at least 12 to 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability — particularly during Canary Wharf rush hours, Narrow Street restaurant evenings, Limehouse Basin summer events, and Friday night Docklands demand. Same-day and last-minute bookings are accepted around the clock, but advance reservations ensure your preferred vehicle and departure time are confirmed.
We offer fixed pricing, no surge charges, professional drivers, and guaranteed availability. The £40 fixed fare eliminates the surge pricing that Uber and Bolt impose during Canary Wharf evening peaks, Limehouse Basin event periods, and Friday night Docklands demand — when ride-hailing fares routinely reach £55 to £65. TfL-licensed drivers with DBS checks and comprehensive insurance provide professional accountability. And instant online booking with immediate confirmation means no waiting for driver allocation or last-minute cancellations.
Our booking team is available 24/7 to assist with your Limehouse to London City Airport transfer.
Limehouse's Docklands position — between the Canary Wharf financial district and the historic Thames waterfront — means residents and visitors need an airport transfer service that combines local navigation expertise with professional reliability. Here is why Limehouse residents, business travellers, hotel guests, and families consistently choose our fixed-fare service over alternatives.
Guaranteed at booking with no surge charges, no meter uncertainty, and no hidden extras. Compare with Uber and Bolt prices that routinely reach £55 to £65 during Canary Wharf rush hours and Docklands evening peaks.
Fifteen to twenty-five minutes direct via Aspen Way — no DLR platform changes, no waiting between connecting services, and no struggling through crowded carriages with suitcases during Canary Wharf commuter peaks.
TfL Private Hire Operator Licence, DBS-checked drivers, and comprehensive commercial motor insurance on every vehicle. Professional accountability that unregulated platforms cannot match.
Under five years old, fully air-conditioned, and maintained on a scheduled inspection programme. From Toyota Prius saloons to Mercedes E-Class executive cars and Ford Galaxy MPVs for families.
Book in under 60 seconds at any hour. Immediate confirmation with driver name, vehicle registration, and direct contact number. No waiting for manual allocation and no last-minute cancellation risk.
Dedicated LCY transfer expertise with live flight monitoring, meet and greet inside the terminal, 60 minutes of complimentary waiting on every return pickup, and Docklands corridor navigation that generic ride-hailing drivers cannot replicate.
Other popular taxi transfers to and from London City Airport.
Via Aspen Way, ~10 min
Direct route, ~10 min
Via A1203, ~15 min
Via A1206, ~15 min
Via A13, ~15 min
Via A12, ~15 min
Via A102, ~15 min
Via Royal Docks Rd, ~10 min
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The fastest, most reliable Limehouse to London City Airport transfer. Fifteen to twenty-five minutes from Narrow Street, Limehouse Basin, Commercial Road, Limehouse DLR, Salmon Lane, Three Colt Street, Limehouse Cut, and every E14 address to LCY's terminal entrance. Licensed, insured Docklands corridor specialists with live flight monitoring. Meet and greet inside the terminal. No surge pricing during Canary Wharf peaks, no Limehouse Basin event premiums, no hidden fees. Book online in under 60 seconds or call our team now.