What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) is to train which takes 59 min and costs £18 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and London City Airport (LCY)?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at London City Airport via Charing Cross and Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and London City Airport (LCY)?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Custom House via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

The distance between Heathrow and London City Airport (LCY) is 26 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £18 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) bus from?

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) train from?

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

The best way to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) is to train which takes 59 min and costs £18 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £70 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) bus arrive?

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) train arrive?

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Custom House station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) is 25 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY).

Where can I stay near London City Airport (LCY)?

There are 21307+ hotels available in London City Airport (LCY).

Can I share a ride from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Heathrow and London City Airport (LCY). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) by train, bus, rideshare, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Custom Housetrain Elizabeth
59 min
£19–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Canning Townbus N15
2h 16m
£4–68
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Heathrow-LHR to London City-LCYrideshare 24.7 mi
1h
£35–45
Drive 24.7 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)car 24.7 mi
1h
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY)taxi 24.7 mi
1h
£80–100
Train via Stratford (London)
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Stratford (London)train Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
1h 3m
£18–35
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Green Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the subway from Green Park station to Canning Town stationsubway Jubilee
1h 16m
£23–78

Heathrow to London City Airport (LCY) by train and bus

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and London City Airport (LCY), England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Custom House every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to London City Airport via Charing Cross and Canning Town in around 2h 16m.

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