How to travel from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury, United Kingdom

The distance between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury is around 96km (60 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1hr.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out CanterburyLondon City Airport (LCY) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Stratford International DLR Station and then to Canterbury West.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £40($47)
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Drive

Drive to Canterbury.

  • Duration1h 5m
  • Distance96km (60 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury

There are several options for getting from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £40 ($47) and will take around 1hr.

The distance between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury is around 96km (60 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 76km (47 miles)

It takes around 1hr to get from London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury is to take the train which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx £40 ($47).

The cheapest way to travel between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £40 ($47) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury. It typically takes around 1hr and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Stratford International DLR Station. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 1hr.

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and South Eastern Trains Service run train services between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1hr, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury. We recommend that you take the train to Stratford International DLR Station and then to Canterbury West. instead which will take 1hr.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Canterbury from London City Airport (LCY) is to take the train which will take 1hr and cost around £40 ($47).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury. We recommend that you take the train to Stratford International DLR Station and then to Canterbury West. instead which will take 1hr.

The closest major airport to Canterbury is London City Airport (LCY) (LCY) which is approximately 76km (47 miles) from Canterbury. London Stansted Airport (STN) (STN) and Gatwick Airport (LGW) (LGW) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury. The distance is around 96km (60 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury is to take the train which takes, on average, 1hr and will usually cost around £40 ($47).

How do I get from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury

Compare travel optionsbetween London City Airport (LCY) and Canterbury

Transport options from London City Airport (LCY) to Canterbury
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1hr
£40($47)
hourly111km (69 miles)
Drive
1h 5m
£11($13)
on demand96km (60 miles)

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Airports near Canterbury

The following major airports near Canterbury offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LCY
London City Airport (LCY)
International Airport
Distance
76km (47 miles) from Canterbury
STN
London Stansted Airport (STN)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Canterbury
LGW
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Canterbury