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

The cheapest way to get from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) is to train and line 474 bus which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £20.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Aldwych and arriving at London City Airport via Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Russell Square station to London City Airport (LCY) station. However, there are services departing from Holborn station and arriving at London City Airport DLR Station via Bank DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

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

The distance between Russell Square and London City Airport (LCY) is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) without a car is to train and line 474 bus which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY), including transfers.

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

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Aldwych station.

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

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Holborn station.

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

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Canning Town station.

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

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Bank station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) is 9 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY).

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

There are 21329+ hotels available in London City Airport (LCY).

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

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

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) - 8 ways to travel via train

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There are 8 ways to get from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) by train, bus, subway, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Train, line 474 bus
best
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Custom Housetrain Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from Custom House Station to London City Airportbus 474
26 min
£6–19
Drive 8.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY)car 8.8 mi
27 min
£3
Subway, line 473 bus
1. Take the subway from Holborn station to Stratford stationsubway Central
2. Take the bus from Stratford Bus Station to London City Airportbus 473
50 min
£6–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY)taxi 8.8 mi
27 min
£65–85
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Russell Square to London City-LCYrideshare 8.8 mi
27 min
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Holborn station to Bank stationsubway Central
2. Take the train from Bank DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
33 min
£3–8
Line 8 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Museum Street to Bank Station / Cornhillbus N25 / ...
2. Take the train from Bank DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
48 min
£4–6
Bus, line 474 bus
1. Take the bus from Aldwych to Canning Townbus N15
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to London City Airportbus 474
54 min
£3–59

Russell Square to London City Airport (LCY) by train and bus

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

You can take a bus from Aldwych to London City Airport via Canning Town in around 54 min.

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