Fixed £20 Fare
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
Looking for a quick and convenient Southwark to London City Airport taxi service? Our reliable LCY airport transfer covers every pickup across the SE1 borough — from The Shard and Borough Market to Waterloo station, the Tate Modern, Shad Thames, London Bridge, and the South Bank cultural district. At just £20, the fare is locked at booking with no hidden charges, no surge pricing, and no meter running through Tower Bridge or the Docklands corridor. This is a trusted London airport taxi service operated by professional licensed drivers with Transport for London Private Hire Operator Licences, real-time flight tracking, meet and greet service, and direct door-to-door airport transfer from any Southwark borough location. The journey takes approximately 15 to 25 minutes via Tower Bridge and the Commercial Road corridor or via Jamaica Road and the Rotherhithe Tunnel depending on your SE1 pickup point. Available around the clock for early morning flights, late-night arrivals, business travellers, families, tourists, and groups — a stress-free, door-to-door service with secure online payment and instant booking confirmation.
How much does a taxi from Southwark to London City Airport cost? A guaranteed £20 fixed fare — confirmed at booking, with no hidden charges, no surge pricing, and no unexpected meter charges. Gatwick Taxi Transfer provides a trusted London airport taxi service from one of central London's most iconic boroughs. Southwark SE1 encompasses an extraordinary concentration of landmarks, cultural institutions, transport hubs, hotels, and residential communities — from The Shard and London Bridge station in the north-east to Waterloo station and the South Bank Centre in the north-west, from the Victorian warehouses of Shad Thames and Butler's Wharf to the vibrant food scene at Borough Market, and from the modern riverside developments at Bankside and Blackfriars to the Elephant and Castle regeneration area in the south. Despite this wealth of rail and Underground connections — Waterloo, London Bridge, Southwark, Borough, and Elephant & Castle stations all fall within SE1 — none provide a direct service to London City Airport. Reaching LCY by public transport requires the Jubilee line from London Bridge or Southwark to Canning Town, then a DLR change — a journey of 30 to 40 minutes with at least one platform interchange and limited luggage space during peak hours.
This affordable airport transfer eliminates that complexity entirely. At £20, this is cheaper than black cabs (which meter from £35 to £55), more predictable than ride-hailing apps (Uber and Bolt surge from £12 during quiet periods to £35 or more during Canary Wharf evening peaks, Tower Bridge Road rush hour, and Friday night South East London demand. Our all-inclusive £20 fare eliminates that uncertainty entirely. Whether you are a Shard quarter business professional catching a morning Lufthansa flight to Frankfurt, a Waterloo-area family departing for an Aer Lingus holiday to Dublin, a tourist leaving your Bankside hotel for a Swiss International Air Lines connection to Zurich, or a Borough Market trader catching a British Airways flight to Edinburgh — the price is locked at booking. No meter surprises, no surge multipliers, and secure online payment accepted alongside cash and PayPal. This is an affordable Southwark airport transfer designed for both corporate and personal travel from every corner of the SE1 postcode.
Why book our Southwark to London City Airport taxi instead of ride-hailing apps? Fixed pricing, professional licensed drivers, guaranteed availability, and a safe and comfortable taxi experience that eliminates every stress-free ride compromise.
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
TfL-compliant, DBS-checked drivers
15–25 min direct, no changes
Flight tracking & meet & greet
Phone, WhatsApp, email
60 seconds online, 24/7
The SE1 Southwark to London City Airport route covers approximately five to seven miles depending on your exact pickup location. Addresses at the western end of the postcode near Southwark Street, Tower Bridge Road, and the Blue Market sit at the longer range, while pickups from Canada Water, Surrey Quays, and the Rotherhithe border are closer to the Rotherhithe Tunnel entrance — shortening the journey by one to two miles.
The journey typically takes 15 to 25 minutes. Early-morning departures before 7 AM and late-evening transfers after 8 PM frequently complete in under 15 minutes. During peak commuter hours, Jamaica Road and the Rotherhithe Tunnel approach can experience moderate queuing, but once through the tunnel the route connects directly to the Docklands corridor where Aspen Way and the A1020 provide fast, uninterrupted access to LCY's Hartmann Road terminal approach. Our drivers use real-time traffic updates to ensure a timely arrival at every journey.
The primary route heads east along Tower Bridge Road or through the Tooley Street corridor near London Bridge, connecting to Lower Road and the Rotherhithe Tunnel entrance at Brunel Road. The tunnel emerges on the north bank near Limehouse, where the route feeds into Commercial Road (A1203) and then onto Aspen Way — the elevated dual carriageway that provides grade-separated access to the A1020 Lower Lea Crossing and Royal Docks Road for direct terminal access. For pickups from the western Southwark Street and Tower Bridge area, an alternative route via Tower Bridge and The Highway connects to the Limehouse Link tunnel before joining the same Docklands corridor. Real-time tracking ensures drivers select the fastest route options available.
Off-peak: ~12 min | Peak: ~25 min
Tower Bridge → A1203 → Limehouse Link → LCY
All SE1 Southwark
Rotherhithe Tunnel + Aspen Way flyover
Central London • South Bank
Distance
~5–7 Miles
Drive Time
15–25 min
Route
Tower Bridge → A1203 → Limehouse Link → LCY
Every fare is all-inclusive — terminal drop-off, live flight monitoring, luggage assistance, and 60 minutes of complimentary waiting on return pickups included as standard. Compare these fixed prices with ride-hailing apps that surge to £30–50 during Canary Wharf rush hours, Tower Bridge Road peaks, and Friday evening demand. Secure online payment, cash, or PayPal accepted.
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 £20. Return transfers from LCY to Southwark at the same rate. No rush-hour surcharges, no overnight premiums. Child seats available on request. Wheelchair accessible vehicles available upon request.
Is a taxi from Southwark to LCY faster than public transport? Southwark's rail connections are south-of-river — Southwark station provides Jubilee line services, Canada Water adds Overground connections, and Surrey Quays serves the Overground's East London line. None connect directly to London City Airport. To reach LCY by train, passengers must take the Jubilee line from Southwark or Canada Water to Canning Town (passing through Canary Wharf where carriages are standing-room only during peaks), then change to the DLR for London City Airport station — a journey of 35 to 50 minutes involving at least one platform change, a wait between services, and a walk from your SE1 address to the nearest station with airport luggage. A private taxi covers the same distance in 15 to 25 minutes door-to-terminal — more convenient than trains, more predictable than ride-hailing apps, more affordable than black cabs, and with no parking stress.
Jubilee line from Southwark or Canada Water to Canning Town (passing through packed Canary Wharf carriages), then change for the DLR to London City Airport. Total: 35–50 min with at least one platform change. Fixed fare but no direct route, extremely limited luggage space during peaks, and no door-to-door service.
Uber and Bolt fares from SE1 to LCY range from £22 during quiet periods to £30–50 during Canary Wharf evening peaks, Tower Bridge Road rush hour, Maltby Street Market Saturday mornings, and Friday night demand across South East London. No price guarantee, unpredictable driver allocation, and potential for last-minute cancellations.
Direct door-to-terminal in 15–25 minutes via the Rotherhithe Tunnel and Docklands corridor. No Jubilee line interchange, no DLR platform change, no surge pricing. Fixed £20 fare locked at booking with secure online payment. Professional licensed drivers available 24/7 with meet and greet and free waiting time. The best balance of comfort, cost control, and reliability.
| Feature | 🚃 Train / DLR | 📱 Ride-Hail | 🚕 Black Cab | 🚖 Our Minicab |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convenience | ❌ Multiple changes | ✔ | ✔ | ✔✔✔ |
| Cost Control | ✔ Fixed | ❌ Surge | ❌ Metered | ✔ Fixed Fare |
| Direct Route | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔✔✔ |
| Journey Time | 35–50 min | 15–25 min | 15–25 min | 15–25 min |
| Typical Cost | ~£5–7 | £22–50 | £40–60 | ✅ £20 Fixed |
Do you provide 24/7 taxi service from Southwark SE1 to LCY? Yes — our airport transfer service operates day and night, every day of the year including bank holidays, Christmas, and New Year. The Jubilee line's last train from Southwark and Canada Water runs around midnight and the Overground from Surrey Quays has similar service limits, creating a significant gap for early-morning and late-night travellers. Our 24/7 taxi Southwark SE1 fills every gap — from 4 AM pickups for the first British Airways departure to Edinburgh, through midday executive taxi service transfers for Lufthansa connections to Munich, to midnight returns from delayed Swiss International Air Lines arrivals via Geneva. Pre-book your taxi online at any hour with instant minicab booking confirmation.
Ride-hailing apps surge during South Bank theatre evenings, Borough Market Saturday mornings, Shard quarter corporate events, London Bridge evening rush, and Friday night SE1 demand. Our £20 fare remains constant regardless of demand, time, or local events — transparent pricing that gives you peace of mind.
Do you cover all Southwark areas for LCY pickups? Yes — door-to-door pickups across all SE1 addresses. Our local Southwark taxi service covers every residential street, commercial district, riverside development, hotel, and serviced apartment within the SE1 postcode. Local knowledge ensures quicker pickups and smoother journeys to London City Airport.
The Shard observation deck and restaurants, London Bridge station, Borough Market, Tooley Street, St Thomas Street, Guy's Hospital, Hay's Galleria, HMS Belfast, More London riverside, Hilton London Tower Bridge, Premier Inn London Bridge
Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe, South Bank Centre, National Theatre, Royal Festival Hall, BFI Southbank, London Eye, Waterloo station, Blackfriars Road, Southwark Street, Bankside hotels, Mondrian London, Sea Containers House
Tower Bridge approach, Shad Thames warehouse conversions, Butler's Wharf, Design Museum area, Bermondsey Street, Maltby Street Market, riverside apartments, boutique hotels, Bermondsey Spa
Elephant and Castle regeneration, Walworth Road, Newington Causeway, Strata tower, Imperial War Museum area, Kennington border, new-build residential developments, student accommodation, Southwark Park residential area
Our clean modern fleet suits every travel need — from standard saloon taxis for solo commuters and couples, through executive taxi service vehicles for business travellers, to MPV and minibus airport transfer options for families and groups. Child seats available on request and wheelchair accessible vehicles available upon request.

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 corporate client, or an 8-seater minibus for a group travel taxi departure? All vehicles available for SE1 Southwark to LCY transfers.
Family-friendly taxi options • Child seats available • Wheelchair accessible vehicles on request • Luggage assistance included
Do you offer meet and greet service? 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 baggage reclaim. No searching through a crowded taxi rank, no standing outside the terminal, and no calling a ride-hailing driver circling airport perimeter roads. The meet and greet service is included at no extra cost on every return pickup — a stress-free ride from the moment you land.
Every return pickup includes complimentary flight monitoring powered by live aviation data. Whether your Swiss International Air Lines flight from Geneva lands early or your British Airways connection from Edinburgh is delayed, your driver adjusts automatically. We include 60 minutes of free waiting time as standard — ample time to clear passport control, collect luggage, and walk through to arrivals without pressure or additional charges.
Do you offer return transfers from London City Airport to Southwark? Yes — at the same fixed fares. Whether landing from a Lufthansa flight via Frankfurt, a KLM connection through Amsterdam Schiphol, an Aer Lingus Dublin service, or a British Airways Glasgow arrival, your driver is positioned inside the terminal. The transfer back to your Shard quarter apartment, Bankside flat, Elephant and Castle home, or South Bank hotel takes 15 to 25 minutes — no Jubilee line interchange, no DLR platform change, and no dragging luggage through Canning Town station at midnight.
Every booking includes: professional licensed drivers, door-to-door pickup from any SE1 address, flight monitoring, meet and greet service, free waiting time, luggage assistance, 24/7 taxi Southwark SE1 availability, WhatsApp booking option, secure online payment, and child seats available on request. WiFi is available in selected executive vehicles. Wheelchair accessible vehicles available upon request. Everything designed for travel convenience and customer satisfaction.
Are your SE1 Southwark to London City Airport taxis fully licensed and insured? Every vehicle operates under a valid Private Hire Operator Licence in full compliance with Transport for London regulations. All drivers hold TfL-issued private hire licences, carry enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificates, and are covered by comprehensive commercial motor insurance. These are experienced South East London professionals who navigate Southwark's one-way systems, Borough Market delivery schedules and South Bank event traffic, the narrow railway arch passages, the Jamaica Road and Tower Bridge Road junction congestion, and the Limehouse Link tunnel approach queuing patterns daily — local expertise that ensures a reliable airport pickup every time.
Every driver holds an enhanced DBS certificate — the highest level of criminal background check available in England. Combined with comprehensive commercial motor insurance, this provides a safe and comfortable taxi experience for solo travellers, families with children, elderly passengers, and corporate clients requiring compliance documentation. Drivers carry visible identification at all times.
Southwark presents specific navigation challenges — the weekend closures around Maltby Street Market and Druid Street, the Tooley Street corridor near London Bridge, the Borough Market delivery vehicle schedules, the South Bank event dispersal traffic, the Tower Bridge Road congestion during bridge openings, and the Limehouse Link tunnel approach where queuing patterns change hourly. Our drivers use real-time traffic updates combined with years of local knowledge to ensure a timely arrival at LCY via the fastest available route.
Every vehicle is under five years old, fully air-conditioned, and maintained on a scheduled inspection programme. Interiors are cleaned after each journey. From standard Toyota Prius saloons to executive Mercedes E-Class vehicles and spacious Ford Galaxy MPVs, the clean modern fleet meets professional standards for business travellers, families, and tourists alike.
We focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction. Our punctuality guarantee means your driver arrives at your SE1 address with time to spare. If we fail to deliver the professional service standard you expect, our money-back satisfaction promise covers your journey. This trusted airport transportation commitment is backed by professional service reviews from Southwark residents, Canada Water professionals, and Tower Bridge area visitors.
Can I pre-book a taxi online? Yes — instant minicab booking is available through our website or WhatsApp. Pre-book your taxi in under 2 minutes with instant confirmation. No account registration, no app download. Your confirmation arrives via email and SMS with driver name, vehicle details, and direct contact number.
Provide pickup address in SE1 Southwark and flight details — The Shard, London Bridge, Borough Market, Waterloo, South Bank, Bankside, Shad Thames, Tower Bridge, Elephant and Castle, or any SE1 residential address, hotel, or serviced flat.
Select saloon from £20, estate £30 for extra luggage, executive £40 Mercedes or BMW, MPV £35 for families and groups, or accessible vehicle. Child seats available on request.
Receive instant confirmation with driver name, vehicle registration, and direct contact number. Secure online payment by card, PayPal, or cash on the day. Your driver arrives on time. Contact us anytime to amend.
We recommend booking at least 12 to 24 hours in advance — particularly during South Bank theatre evenings, Borough Market Saturday mornings, London Bridge rush hours, and Friday night demand. Same-day bookings accepted around the clock subject to availability.
Call +44 203 617 7825 or message via WhatsApp. Our 24/7 customer support team operates every hour including bank holidays.
Fixed-price quote for your SE1 Southwark to LCY transfer.
Optimised for the questions Southwark travellers ask most about our airport transfer service.
The fixed fare is £20 for a standard saloon vehicle. Estate cars are £30, MPVs £35, executive vehicles £40, and 8-seater minibuses £55. Every fare includes terminal drop-off, luggage assistance, flight monitoring, and 60 minutes of free waiting time on returns. No hidden charges.
Yes — instant booking is available through our website or WhatsApp 24/7. The process takes under 2 minutes and delivers immediate confirmation via email and SMS with driver name, vehicle details, and direct contact number. Secure online payment accepted.
No. Our pricing is fixed and transparent. The fare confirmed at booking cannot increase regardless of traffic in the Limehouse Link tunnel, Tower Bridge Road congestion, or time of day. No overnight premium, no weekend supplement, no surge charges, and no meter running.
Yes — meet and greet with free waiting time is available on every return pickup at no additional cost. Your driver waits inside the LCY arrivals hall with a personalised name board. Flight monitoring ensures automatic delay adjustment.
Yes — child seats can be requested during booking at no extra charge. We provide rear-facing infant seats, forward-facing toddler seats, and booster seats for older children. Simply specify your requirements when placing your order online or via WhatsApp. A family-friendly taxi service designed for Southwark families.
Secure online payment by debit or credit card, PayPal, and cash on the day. All card transactions use encrypted processing. Payment is confirmed at booking for card and PayPal options, ensuring your transfer is fully secured before travel.
Typically 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic via Tower Bridge, The Highway (A1203), and the Limehouse Link tunnel. Off-peak transfers frequently complete in under 15 minutes. The route connects to Aspen Way for fast access to LCY's Hartmann Road terminal approach.
Yes — wheelchair accessible vehicles are available upon request. Please specify your accessibility requirements when booking online or via WhatsApp, and we will allocate an appropriate vehicle with ramp or lift access for your SE1 to LCY transfer.
Yes — our airport transfer service operates day and night, every day of the year. Early morning flights, late-night pickups, weekend and bank holiday coverage all at the same £20 fixed fare. The Jubilee line's last service runs around midnight — our 24/7 taxi fills every gap.
Yes — return transfers at the same fixed fares with meet and greet, flight monitoring, and 60 minutes of free waiting time. Direct drop-off to any SE1 address — Southwark Street, Canada Water, Surrey Quays, Southwark Park, Shad Thames, or any location.
Yes — significantly. No SE1 station connects directly to LCY. The Jubilee line from Southwark or Canada Water to Canning Town, then DLR change, totals 35–50 minutes with packed Canary Wharf carriages. A private taxi covers the distance in 15–25 minutes door-to-terminal with no interchanges.
Yes — door-to-door pickups across all SE1 addresses including The Shard, London Bridge, Borough Market, Waterloo, South Bank, Bankside, Shad Thames, Tower Bridge, Elephant and Castle, Bermondsey Street, and all riverside developments, hotels, and residential estates.
Standard saloon from £20, estate from £30, executive Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series from £40, MPV from £35 for group travel taxi needs, and 8-seater minibus from £55. All vehicles air-conditioned and under five years old. Wheelchair accessible vehicles available upon request.
Yes — all drivers hold TfL-issued private hire licences, enhanced DBS certificates, and comprehensive commercial motor insurance. Every vehicle displays valid licence plates and drivers carry visible identification. Fully compliant with Transport for London regulations.
Fixed fare pricing at £20, no surge charges, professional licensed drivers, punctuality guarantee, and 24/7 customer support. Our cheap taxi from Southwark to LCY eliminates surge pricing during South Bank theatre nights, Borough Market Saturdays, and Friday evening demand — when Uber and Bolt fares reach £30–50. Instant minicab booking with secure online payment and money-back satisfaction promise.
Our 24/7 customer support team is ready to help with your SE1 Southwark airport transfer.
Southwark SE1 is one of central London's most visited boroughs — home to The Shard, Borough Market, the South Bank cultural district, Waterloo station, and thousands of hotel rooms, offices, and residential properties that generate constant airport transfer demand. Here is why SE1 travellers consistently choose our service.
Guaranteed at booking. No surge, no meter, no extras. Undercuts ride-hailing apps that reach £30–50 during South Bank events and Borough Market weekends.
Twenty to thirty minutes direct via the Limehouse Link tunnel — versus 35–50 min on the Jubilee + DLR with platform changes and packed Canary Wharf carriages.
TfL Private Hire Operator Licence, DBS-checked drivers, comprehensive commercial insurance. Punctuality guarantee and money-back satisfaction promise.
Flight monitoring, meet and greet inside the terminal, 60 min free waiting, and expert navigation through Southwark's market closures and one-way systems.
Same £20 fare at 4 AM, 6 PM, midnight, or during Maltby Street Market Saturdays. No event premiums, no Friday surcharges, no Canary Wharf rush multipliers.
Book online or via WhatsApp in under 2 minutes. Secure online payment. Instant confirmation with driver name, vehicle details, and direct contact number.
Other popular London City Airport taxi routes and additional airport transfers we provide.
Via Rotherhithe Tunnel, ~25 min
Via A102, ~15 min
Via Limehouse Link, ~20 min
Direct route, ~10 min
Via Aspen Way, ~10 min
Via A1203, ~20 min
Via A12, ~15 min
Via A1203, ~20 min
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Avoid delays. Travel comfortably. Arrive on time. Twenty to thirty minutes from Southwark Street, Canada Water, Surrey Quays, Maltby Street, Southwark Park, Shad Thames, Tower Bridge border, and every SE1 address to LCY's terminal entrance. Licensed, insured drivers with local Southwark expertise. Live flight monitoring. Meet and greet inside the terminal. No surge pricing during market days, no Tower Bridge event premiums, no hidden fees. Secure online payment accepted. Book in under 2 minutes or call our team now.