Saloon
Toyota Prius or similar
- 4 passengers
- 2 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£111
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London City Airport to Watford TaxiFixed price from £111
London City to Watford is a straightforward run of about 33 miles. Most passengers book it rather than change trains with luggage, particularly on late arrivals when the rail connection thins out.
- Excellent on Google45 reviews
- TfL licensedLicence no. 11857
- Flight trackedDelays cost you nothing
- 45 min free waitingAfter you land
LCY
London City Airport
Watford
Hertfordshire
from£111
Saloon, one way — all vehicle prices below
Saloon4 passengers · 2 large · 2 small cases£111
Estate4 passengers · 3 large · 2 small cases£131
Executive4 passengers · 2 large · 2 small cases£152
MPV5 passengers · 4 large · 2 small cases£172
8 Seater7 passengers · 6 large · 6 small cases£213
How your pickup works
What your London City Airport to Watford transfer includes
We cover addresses across Hertfordshire. The driver meets you in the arrivals hall with a name board, helps with the bags and takes the quickest route by road. If your flight lands early or late, the pickup moves with it — we track the flight number you give us at booking.
- You landWe track your flight, so an early or late landing is covered
- Your driver is waitingIn arrivals with a name board, after you clear customs
- Help with the bagsStraight to a clean, air-conditioned car
- Door to doorTo your address in Watford, at the fixed price
- Meet and greetInside the arrivals hall
- 45 min free waitingFrom the moment you land
- Flight trackedDelays cost you nothing
- All charges includedParking, tolls and ULEZ
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Route and arrival guide
London City Airport to Watford: what to expect
London City Airport to Watford is about 33 miles by road, typically 65–80 minutes door to door. A saloon costs £111 one way, about £28 each when four of you share it. Seven travelling together pay £213 for the eight-seater — around £31 per person.
London City Airport is the third closest of London's five airports to Watford; the closest is Luton Airport, about 19 miles away. For comparison, the saloon fare from the other airports is Luton £78, Heathrow £98 and Stansted £138.
Around 97,000 people live in Watford. We also drop off across the surrounding area, including Bushey, Croxley Green, Aldenham and South Oxhey. The nearest railway station to the centre is Watford High Street, less than half a mile away, with Watford Junction also close by. Landmarks nearby include Vicarage Road and Merchant Taylors' School.
London City Airport has a single terminal, so the driver meets you in the one arrivals hall after you clear customs.
Prices by vehicle
Pick the vehicle by luggage, not by headcount — six people with six large cases need the eight-seater, not the six-seat MPV.
Estate
VW Passat Estate or similar
- 4 passengers
- 3 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£131
Executive
Mercedes S-Class or similar
- 4 passengers
- 2 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£152
MPV
Mercedes V-Class or similar
- 5 passengers
- 4 large cases
- 2 small cases
One way£172
8 Seater
Mercedes Vito or similar
- 7 passengers
- 6 large cases
- 6 small cases
One way£213
Guide prices for the Watford area. The exact postcode, the time of travel and any extra stops can change the final figure, so confirm it when you book.
What passengers say
Rated excellent on Google
“Excellent service! The driver was punctual, polite, and the ride was very comfortable. Highly recommend.”
“Great service, on time, and very professional. Clean car and smooth ride. Highly recommend!”
“Really happy with the service! The driver was on time and very polite. The ride was smooth, and the car was neat and comfortable. It made my airport journey completely stress free.”
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Confirmed price, a named driver and a car waiting when you land. Tell us the flight number and we track it from there.
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- 45 minutes free waiting
London City Airport to Watford: common questions
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A pre-booked saloon is £111 one way for up to four passengers. An MPV for five is £172 and an eight-seater is £213. The price is fixed when you book and includes tolls, parking and airport charges.
How long does it take to get from London City to Watford?
Allow 65–80 minutes for the 33-mile journey. That is a realistic door-to-door estimate rather than a best case; add time if you are travelling into the morning or evening peak around the M25 and the Blackwall Tunnel approaches.
How far is Watford from London City Airport?
Watford is about 33 miles from London City by road.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Nothing, as far as the fare is concerned. We track your flight and move the pickup to the actual landing time. You get 45 minutes of free waiting after that before any waiting charge applies.
Where does the driver meet me at London City?
In the arrivals hall, holding a name board, after you clear customs. The driver's number is sent to you before landing if you would rather call directly.
Can I book a return from Watford to London City?
Yes. Return journeys are booked the same way and priced the same as the outbound leg. Tell us your check-in time and we will work the pickup back from it.
How much is a taxi from London City Airport to Watford per person?
A saloon is £111 one way for up to four passengers, about £28 each when four share. The eight-seater is £213, about £31 each for a group of seven. Prices are fixed when you book.
Which London airport is closest to Watford?
Luton Airport is the closest of London's five airports to Watford, about 19 miles by road. London City Airport is about 33 miles away.
Which airport is cheapest for a taxi to Watford?
Luton Airport is the cheapest, with a saloon from £78. From London City Airport the saloon is £111. All five London airports are covered at fixed prices.
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