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

The cheapest way to get from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £70 - £90.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Shad Thames station to London City Airport (LCY). However, there are services departing from Tower of London / Tower Hill Station and arriving at London City Airport via Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell DLR Station station and arriving at London City Airport DLR Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The distance between Shad Thames and London City Airport (LCY) is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The train from Shadwell DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Tower of London / Tower Hill Station.

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

Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Shadwell DLR Station.

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

The best way to get from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) is to train which takes 48 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus and line 474 bus, which costs £2 - £50 and takes 57 min.

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

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

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

Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at London City Airport DLR Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY) is 7 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Shad Thames 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 Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY)?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
48 min
£2–3
Bus, line 474 bus
1. Take the bus from Tower of London / Tower Hill Station to Canning Townbus N15
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to London City Airportbus 474
57 min
£3–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY)taxi 6.7 mi
19 min
£70–90
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Shad Thames to London City-LCYrideshare 6.7 mi
19 min
Drive 6.7 mi
1. Drive from Shad Thames to London City Airport (LCY)car 6.7 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 188 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Boss Street to North Greenwich Stationbus 188
2. Take the bus from North Greenwich Station to London City Airportbus 129
1h 10m
£3–55
Line 47 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Boss Street to Lewisham Stationbus 47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to London City Airportbus 129
1h 35m
£3–47

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Shadwell DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shad Thames to London City Airport via Tower of London / Tower Hill Station and Canning Town in around 57 min.

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