Fixed £30 Fare
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
Need a taxi from Wapping to London City Airport? Our fixed fare airport transfer service covers every pickup across this historic Thames-side neighbourhood — from the cobbled waterfront of Wapping High Street and the luxury marina at St Katharine Docks to the event venue at Tobacco Dock, the residential conversions along Wapping Wall, and the apartments near Shadwell Basin. At £30, the fare is confirmed at booking with no hidden charges, no surge pricing, and no meter running through East London traffic. Fully licensed, professional drivers operate under a Private Hire Operator Licence with real-time flight monitoring and direct terminal drop-off at LCY included as standard. The journey follows The Highway (A1203) through Limehouse Link tunnel and Aspen Way to the Royal Docks, completing in approximately 15 to 25 minutes. Available 24/7 for early-morning business flights, late-night arrivals, and every transfer in between.
How much is a taxi from Wapping to LCY? A guaranteed £30 fixed fare — confirmed at booking, with no hidden charges, no surge pricing, and no meter uncertainty. Gatwick Taxi Transfer provides professional airport transfers from Wapping — one of East London's most desirable riverside neighbourhoods, tucked between the Tower of London and Limehouse along the north bank of the Thames. Wapping's character is defined by its maritime heritage: the converted spice warehouses along Wapping High Street, the premium marina and hotel district of St Katharine Docks, the Grade II-listed Tobacco Dock events venue, the historic Prospect of Whitby and Town of Ramsgate pubs, Shadwell Basin outdoor activity centre, and the growing number of luxury riverside apartments and serviced flats that attract professionals working in the City of London, Canary Wharf, and the wider Docklands financial corridor.
Our transparent pricing policy means the £30 you see is the £30 you pay — a competitive alternative to Uber and other ride-hailing apps that routinely surge during Tower Bridge events, St Katharine Docks weekend markets, and Friday evening Wapping demand. Whether you are a riverside apartment resident catching a morning British Airways flight to Edinburgh, a business traveller heading from St Katharine Docks to a Lufthansa connection to Frankfurt, a family departing from your Tobacco Dock-area flat for a holiday via KLM to Amsterdam, or a hotel guest at the St Katharine Docks DoubleTree connecting to a Swiss International Air Lines flight to Zurich — the fare is locked at booking and cannot change regardless of traffic on The Highway, Limehouse Link tunnel congestion, or Canary Wharf rush hour. Ideal for both business and leisure travellers who need pricing certainty for their East London airport transfer.
Trusted by riverside residents, hotel guests, business travellers, and families across the E1W postcode for fast, reliable London City Airport Transfer.
No surge, no extras — guaranteed
TfL-compliant, DBS-checked
15–25 min direct, no changes
Flight tracking & meet & greet
Same fare day, night, or rush hour
60 seconds online, 24/7
The Wapping to London City Airport route covers approximately five to seven miles depending on your exact pickup location. Addresses at the western end of Wapping near St Katharine Docks and the Tower of London sit at the longer end, while pickups from Wapping Wall, Shadwell Basin, and the eastern Wapping border near Limehouse are closer to the airport corridor. The route passes through the heart of the Docklands regeneration zone — one of East London's best-connected road networks.
The journey typically takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. Early-morning departures and late-evening returns frequently complete in under 15 minutes, while peak-hour transfers during the Canary Wharf commuter rush may extend to 25 minutes. The Limehouse Link tunnel — a grade-separated underground dual carriageway — keeps airport-bound traffic moving independently of surface-level congestion along Commercial Road and the Isle of Dogs, making this one of the most consistent Docklands transfer corridors.
The primary route heads east along The Highway (A1203) from Wapping, entering Limehouse Link tunnel at the Butcher Row junction. The tunnel emerges at the Westferry Road roundabout 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 for direct access to LCY's Hartmann Road terminal approach. An alternative surface route via Cable Street, Commercial Road, and East India Dock Road is available during rare tunnel closures. Real-time traffic monitoring ensures drivers select the fastest corridor on every journey.
Off-peak: ~12 min | Peak: ~25 min
A1203 → Limehouse Link → Aspen Way → A1020 → LCY
All Wapping, E1W
Limehouse Link tunnel bypasses surface Docklands congestion
Historic Thames Riverside
Distance
~5–7 Miles
Drive Time
15–25 min
Route
A1203 → Limehouse Link → Aspen Way → LCY
The £30 saloon fare is transparent and all-inclusive. Compare this with ride-hailing apps that routinely surge to £45 to £55 during Tower Bridge events, St Katharine Docks weekend markets, and Wapping 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 £30. Return transfers from LCY to Wapping at the same rate. No rush-hour surcharges, no overnight premiums, and no additional fees for standard luggage or traffic delays.
What is the fastest way from Wapping to LCY? Wapping's public transport options for reaching London City Airport are surprisingly limited. Wapping Overground station connects to the East London line but does not serve the DLR, meaning passengers must travel to Shadwell for the DLR interchange, change platforms, ride to Canning Town or via Poplar, and then continue to London City Airport station — a journey involving two changes and 30 to 45 minutes door-to-door. Alternatively, travellers can walk to the nearby Shadwell DLR station, but this still requires a platform change at Poplar or Canning Town. The Overground heads north towards Shoreditch and Highbury, not east towards the airport. A private taxi covers the same journey in 15 to 25 minutes door-to-terminal via the Limehouse Link tunnel and Aspen Way — no DLR platform changes, no waiting for connecting services, and no wrestling suitcases through narrow DLR carriages during peak hours.
Wapping Overground does not connect to the DLR directly. Passengers must change at Shadwell for the DLR, then change again at Poplar or Canning Town for the London City Airport branch. Total journey: 30 to 45 minutes with two platform changes, narrow carriages, and no dedicated luggage space. The Overground heads to Shoreditch — not towards LCY.
Uber and Bolt prices from Wapping surge significantly during Tower Bridge events, St Katharine Docks weekend markets, Tobacco Dock conferences, and Friday evening demand — routinely reaching £45 to £55 for a journey that should cost £25 to £30. No price guarantee at booking, and driver availability near Wapping's narrow riverside streets can be unpredictable.
Direct door-to-terminal in 15–25 minutes via Limehouse Link and Aspen Way. No Overground-to-DLR interchange, no multiple platform changes, no surge pricing during Tower Bridge events. Fixed £30 fare locked at booking. Licensed, insured drivers who navigate Wapping's riverside streets and gated estates daily, available 24/7.
| Feature | 🚃 Overground + DLR | 📱 Ride-Hail | 🚕 Private Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journey Time | 30–45 minutes | 15–25 minutes | 15–25 minutes |
| Changes Required | 2 (Shadwell + Poplar) | None | None — Direct |
| Luggage Space | Very Limited | Variable | ✅ Full Boot |
| Door-to-Terminal | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Fixed Price | ~£5–6 | £25–55 (surge) | ✅ £30 Fixed |
| 24/7 Service | Limited | Variable | ✅ Always |
Do you provide 24/7 taxi service from Wapping to LCY? Yes — the service operates every hour of every day, perfectly aligned with London City Airport's flight schedule. Wapping's mix of City professionals, hotel guests at St Katharine Docks, Tobacco Dock event attendees, and long-term riverside residents generates airport transfer demand at every hour. The Overground's last train from Wapping runs around midnight and the DLR from nearby Shadwell has similar limitations — our taxi service fills every gap the rail network leaves. Pre-book a Wapping to LCY taxi online with instant confirmation at any hour, whether you need a 4:30 AM departure for the first British Airways morning flight, a midday transfer to a Lufthansa connection, or a midnight return from a delayed evening arrival.
Ride-hailing apps surge during Tower Bridge events, St Katharine Docks food markets, Tobacco Dock conferences and exhibitions, and Friday evening Wapping demand. Our £30 fare remains constant regardless of demand, time, or local events. No event-day premiums and no late-night surcharges.
Do you cover all Wapping areas for London City Airport taxi pickups? Yes — every warehouse conversion, riverside apartment, hotel, serviced flat, and residential address within Wapping falls within our door-to-door pickup zone. Full coverage spans the E1W postcode and surrounding borders including the Tower of London perimeter and Shadwell.
Wapping High Street cobbled waterfront, Wapping Wall, Wapping Pier Head, Oliver's Wharf, Prospect of Whitby, Town of Ramsgate, New Crane Wharf, warehouse conversions, riverside apartments
St Katharine Docks marina, DoubleTree by Hilton, Tower Hotel, luxury apartments, dockside restaurants, weekend artisan markets, Tower Bridge border
Tobacco Dock Grade II-listed events venue, Pennington Street, Wapping Lane, conference and exhibition attendees, surrounding residential streets and apartment blocks
Shadwell Basin outdoor activity centre, Shadwell DLR station, Glamis Road, Garnet Street, Cable Street border, The Highway residential apartments, serviced flats and Airbnb properties
What vehicle options are available for Wapping to LCY airport transfers? The fleet covers every requirement — from standard saloons for solo commuters, through executive Mercedes and BMW business-class vehicles for City professionals, to MPV and family vehicles with generous luggage space, and extra luggage airport transfer vehicles for those with oversized bags, pushchairs, or sports equipment. Can I book an executive or larger taxi from Wapping to London City Airport? Yes — premium vehicles are available alongside every standard option.

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 City client, or an 8-seater minibus for a group departure? All vehicles available for Wapping to LCY transfers.
Luggage-friendly across every category • Pushchairs, sports equipment, oversized bags, and conference materials 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 at midnight, no standing in the rain outside the terminal, and no calling a ride-hailing driver who is circling the airport perimeter roads. The name board service ensures instant recognition — particularly valuable for first-time visitors to Wapping and international travellers unfamiliar with East London.
Every return pickup includes complimentary flight tracking powered by live aviation data. Whether your Swiss International Air Lines flight from Zurich lands twenty minutes early or your evening British Airways connection from Edinburgh is delayed by fog over the Royal Docks, 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 or additional charges.
Do you offer return taxi transfers from London City Airport to Wapping? 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 conference, arriving on a KLM flight through Amsterdam Schiphol after a weekend break, returning from an Aer Lingus Dublin service after visiting family, or touching down from a British Airways Glasgow flight, your driver will be positioned and ready inside the terminal. The transfer back to your Wapping High Street riverside apartment, your St Katharine Docks hotel, or your Tobacco Dock-area residence takes the same 15 to 25 minutes — with no Overground-to-DLR interchange, no Shadwell platform change, and no navigating luggage through Canada Water station at midnight.
After a tiring day of travel — consecutive meetings in Munich, a delayed return from Jersey, or an overnight family flight — the last thing you want is to navigate the DLR platform at London City Airport, change at Shadwell for the Overground, and then walk from Wapping station through the cobbled streets to your front door with heavy suitcases. Our return transfer removes every friction point — a clean vehicle at the terminal, professional luggage assistance, and a direct 15-to-25-minute ride back through the Limehouse Link tunnel to your exact Wapping address. Perfect for exhausted business travellers, families arriving with children, hotel guests heading to St Katharine Docks, and first-time visitors finding their Airbnb on Wapping Wall.
Are your Wapping 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 East London transfer professionals who navigate the Wapping, Limehouse, and Docklands roads daily — familiar with the narrow cobbled streets along Wapping High Street where two vehicles cannot pass simultaneously, the restricted-access pier roads at Wapping Pier Head, the gated estate entrances along Wapping Wall, the tidal flooding risk at Wapping Old Stairs during high Thames levels, and the one-way system around St Katharine Docks that satellite navigation routinely handles incorrectly.
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 professional accountability matters for Wapping — a neighbourhood where international hotel guests at St Katharine Docks, City of London professionals in riverside apartments, and visiting tourists near the Tower of London all expect a premium, trustworthy transfer experience.
Wapping presents specific navigation challenges that generic satellite navigation cannot anticipate. The cobbled single-track sections of Wapping High Street, the restricted-access pier approach roads, the gated entrances to riverside estate blocks along Wapping Wall, the St Katharine Docks one-way system with its height-restricted entry points, and the pedestrian-heavy zones around Tobacco Dock during conference and exhibition events — our drivers monitor these conditions in real time and use years of local experience to route through The Highway, Limehouse Link, and alternative corridors via Cable Street to deliver consistent 15-to-25-minute transfers to LCY.
Every vehicle is under five years old, fully air-conditioned, and maintained on a scheduled inspection programme. Interiors are cleaned after each journey with fresh upholstery and sanitised surfaces. From standard Toyota Prius saloons to executive Mercedes E-Class vehicles and spacious Ford Galaxy MPVs, every car in the fleet meets the professional standards that Wapping's City professionals, hotel guests, and international visitors expect from an insured LCY taxi service.
Every driver holds an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate — the highest level of criminal background check available in England. Combined with comprehensive commercial motor insurance covering all passengers, this provides a safety assurance that unregulated minicab operators and casually allocated ride-hailing drivers cannot match. Ideal for solo female travellers, families with children, elderly passengers, and corporate clients requiring compliance documentation.
Can I pre-book a Wapping 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 E1W location — Wapping High Street, St Katharine Docks, Tobacco Dock, Wapping Wall, Shadwell Basin, Wapping Overground, Pennington Street, Glamis Road, or any riverside apartment, hotel, or serviced flat.
Standard saloon from £30 for solo or couple travel, estate £40 for extra luggage, executive Mercedes or BMW £50 for business travellers, or MPV £45 for families and groups.
Enter your flight number to activate live flight monitoring. Add child seat requirements, accessibility needs, or extra luggage notes. For return pickups, flight tracking adjusts your driver's schedule 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 Wapping to London City Airport before my flight? We recommend booking at least 12 to 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability — particularly during Tower Bridge event evenings, St Katharine Docks weekend markets, Tobacco Dock conference days, and Friday night 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 Wapping to LCY transfer.
Answers to the most common questions about our Wapping to LCY airport transfer service.
The fixed fare is £30 for a standard saloon vehicle. Estate cars are priced at £40, MPVs at £45, executive Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series vehicles at £50, and 8-seater minibuses at £70. Every fare includes terminal drop-off, luggage assistance, live flight monitoring, and 60 minutes of free waiting on return pickups.
Yes — £30 is a guaranteed fixed price with no hidden charges. The fare is confirmed at booking and cannot increase regardless of traffic on The Highway, Limehouse Link tunnel congestion, Canary Wharf rush hour gridlock, or time of day. No overnight premium, no weekend supplement, no Tower Bridge event surcharge, and no hidden extras.
The journey typically takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic via The Highway (A1203) and Limehouse Link tunnel. Early-morning and late-evening transfers frequently complete in under 15 minutes. The Limehouse Link provides a grade-separated underground bypass that keeps airport-bound traffic moving independently of surface Docklands 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 breaks, bank holiday travel, and same-day bookings are all covered at the same £30 fixed fare. The Overground's last train from Wapping runs around midnight — our taxi service fills every gap.
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 free waiting, and direct drop-off to your exact Wapping address — Wapping High Street, St Katharine Docks, Tobacco Dock, Wapping Wall, or any E1W location.
Yes — taxis provide a direct and faster transfer. Wapping Overground does not connect to the DLR directly — passengers must walk to Shadwell for the DLR, then change at Poplar or Canning Town, totalling 30 to 45 minutes with two platform changes. A private taxi covers the distance in 15 to 25 minutes door-to-terminal with no interchanges and full luggage capacity.
Standard saloon cars from £30, estate cars from £40 for extra luggage, executive Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series from £50, MPVs from £45 for families and groups, and 8-seater minibuses from £70 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 on 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 larger vehicles are available. Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series executive cars start from £50, ideal for City professionals and St Katharine Docks business travellers. MPVs for families, 8-seater minibuses for groups, and larger vehicles for delegations are all bookable online with instant confirmation.
Yes — all Wapping and surrounding areas are covered. Wapping High Street, Wapping Wall, St Katharine Docks, Tobacco Dock, Shadwell Basin, Wapping Overground, Pennington Street, Glamis Road, The Highway apartments, Oliver's Wharf, New Crane Wharf, Prospect of Whitby — every E1W address falls within our door-to-door pickup zone.
Yes — larger vehicles can be arranged 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 conference materials, 8-seater minibuses offer the most generous capacity.
We recommend booking at least 12 to 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability — particularly during Tower Bridge event evenings, St Katharine Docks weekend markets, Tobacco Dock conference days, and Friday night demand. Same-day and last-minute bookings are accepted around the clock, but advance reservations ensure your preferred vehicle and departure time.
Fixed fare pricing, no surge charges, professional drivers, and reliable airport transfers. The £30 fixed fare eliminates surge pricing that Uber and Bolt impose during Tower Bridge events, St Katharine Docks markets, Tobacco Dock conferences, and Friday evening demand — when ride-hailing fares routinely reach £45 to £55. TfL-licensed DBS-checked drivers, instant online booking, and guaranteed availability outperform casual ride-hailing allocation every time.
Our booking team is available 24/7 to assist with your Wapping to London City Airport transfer.
Wapping's Thames-side position — between the Tower of London and Limehouse, with the City of London financial district immediately to the west — means residents, hotel guests, and visitors need an airport transfer that combines local navigation expertise with professional reliability.
Guaranteed at booking with no surge charges, no meter uncertainty, and no hidden extras. Undercuts ride-hailing apps that surge to £45–55 during Tower Bridge events and St Katharine Docks markets.
Fifteen to twenty-five minutes direct via the Limehouse Link tunnel — versus 30 to 45 minutes involving an Overground-to-DLR interchange via Shadwell with two platform changes.
TfL Private Hire Operator Licence, DBS-checked drivers, comprehensive commercial insurance, and visible identification on every journey.
Dedicated LCY transfer expertise with live flight monitoring, meet and greet inside the terminal, 60 minutes of free waiting, and expert navigation of Wapping's cobbled streets and gated estates.
Same £30 fare at 4 AM, 6 PM, midnight, or during Tower Bridge openings and Tobacco Dock conferences. The price confirmed at booking is the price you pay.
Book in under 60 seconds at any hour. Driver name, vehicle registration, and direct contact number delivered instantly via email and SMS. No manual allocation delays.
Other popular taxi transfers to and from London City Airport.
Via A1203, ~20 min
Via A1203, ~15 min
Via A13, ~15 min
Direct route, ~10 min
Via Rotherhithe Tunnel, ~25 min
Via Aspen Way, ~10 min
Via A102, ~15 min
Via A1203, ~20 min
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The fastest, most reliable Wapping to London City Airport transfer. Fifteen to twenty-five minutes from Wapping High Street, St Katharine Docks, Tobacco Dock, Wapping Wall, Shadwell Basin, Wapping Overground, and every E1W address to LCY's terminal entrance. Licensed, insured drivers with Docklands expertise and local Wapping navigation. Live flight monitoring. Meet and greet inside the terminal. No surge pricing during Tower Bridge events, no St Katharine Docks market premiums, no hidden fees. Book online in under 60 seconds or call our team now.