Kent · TN1 · LCY

Royal Tunbridge Wells to London City.

37.4 miles from Royal Tunbridge Wells to a single terminal — about 1 hr off-peak, a planning allowance of 1 hr 30 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £116, agreed before you travel.

Distance
37.4 mi
Off-peak
1 hr
Traffic allowance
about 1 hr 30 min
Saloon
£116
Back home
£123

Instant fixed price

Royal Tunbridge Wells, KentLondon City Airport

  • SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases
    £116 Book
  • EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases
    £131 Book
  • ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases
    £198 Book
  • MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases
    £146 Book
  • VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases
    £165 Book
  • Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases
    £241 Book

Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.

Royal Tunbridge WellsLondon City Airport
37.4 miles · about 1 hr off-peak; traffic varies · journey schematic, not a navigation map

Flight planner

When to leave Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Planning examples for London City, using assumed airport arrival allowances of 2 hours for short-haul or 3 hours for long-haul, the estimated drive and 15 additional minutes. Your airline may require earlier arrival. Times marked • use a traffic allowance; congestion can exceed it.

Flight departsShort-haul: example pickupLong-haul: example pickup
06:0002:4501:45
08:3005:1504:15
11:0007:15 •06:15 •
14:0010:4509:15 •
17:3014:1513:15
20:3016:45 •15:45 •

Coming home

Landing at London City.

These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 59 min on the road (longer in the rush). Actual clearance and baggage times vary. Keep the team informed of delays and confirm your collection arrangement.

Flight landsHome in Royal Tunbridge Wells around
07:3009:40 •
12:0013:44
17:0019:10 •
22:3000:14 (next day)

Pickup in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Planning your collection.

Your address

Anywhere in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Door to door from any home or office in TN1 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.

Stations

Stations in our directory

  • Tunbridge Wells0.5 mi
  • Tunbridge Wells West1.1 mi
  • High Rocks2.1 mi

Hotels

Hotel pickups

  • The Russell HotelTN1 1DZ
  • Hotel du Vin0.4 mi
  • The Royal Wells HotelTN4 8BE
  • RosenareeTN1 2EF

London City Airport

At the airport.

Flying out

Drop-off

You are set down at the terminal entrance; London City is small and quick to get through.

Flying home

Meeting your driver

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals area with a name board. Confirm the meeting location with your driver after airport formalities and baggage collection. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.

Good to know

A single terminal

Check your airline's check-in and bag-drop deadlines and allow time for security; do not plan from the driving time alone.

Everything about London City Airport transfers →

Planning your London City pickup

Follow the airport’s Pick-Up signs for the designated collection area. The exact meeting arrangement should be confirmed with your driver; landing time is not the same as being ready outside.

For P5 meet-and-greet bookings, check your confirmation for the meeting point and contact details. Keep your phone available after landing, and contact the team if baggage, immigration or assistance takes longer than expected. Do not move to a different terminal or car park without agreeing it with your driver.

Official London City collection information. Airport guidance checked 21 October 2026; check the airport website for changes before travel.

Passenger help · Changing airports between flights · Choose a vehicle for your passengers and luggage

Compare

Every London airport from Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.

AirportDistanceOff-peakSaloon
Gatwick 36.5 mi49 min£126
London City (this page) 37.4 mi1 hr£116
Heathrow 60.5 mi1 hr 14 min£164
Stansted 66.9 mi1 hr 36 min£177
Luton 80.1 mi1 hr 42 min£201

Good to know

Royal Tunbridge Wells to London City
questions.

How far is Royal Tunbridge Wells from London City Airport?

About 37.4 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 1 hr 30 min. Gatwick has a shorter estimated drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells (49 min), but London City is 1 hr away.

How much is a taxi from Royal Tunbridge Wells to London City?

A fixed-price Saloon is £116 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £123 for the journey back from the airport. The airport charge, flight tracking and waiting time on arrival are included. Pick your date and time on this page for the exact fare.

What time should I leave Royal Tunbridge Wells for a morning flight from London City?

For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Royal Tunbridge Wells by about 05:15; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 04:15. These are planning examples, not latest safe departure times. Follow your airline’s check-in advice and allow extra time for disruption.

Where will my driver meet me at London City?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals area with a name board. Confirm the meeting location with your driver after airport formalities and baggage collection. Check your confirmation for the included waiting allowance and contact the team if baggage or assistance delays you.

Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells?

Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Tunbridge Wells and Tunbridge Wells West stations. Give us the exact address and entrance so your quote reflects the actual journey.

Is it cheaper to book a return?

Booking the return with the outward journey takes 5% off the return leg, and the driver tracks your flight home so the pickup moves with the landing time.

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