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

The distance between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY) is 36 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY)?

The drive from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY)?

The fastest route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) covers 36 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.

Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Northfleet?

London City Airport (LCY) lies roughly to the west of Northfleet.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY)?

Along the route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) you can fill up at Shell Northfleet, Shell Hawley (24/7), Esso (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY)?

On the route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) you can take a break at Moto Thurrock Services.

Northfleet London City Airport (LCY)

Distance: 36 kmDrive time: 40 min

Driving from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) takes about 40 min via A13. The distance is 36 km. The straight-line distance is 20 km. Driving directions

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Driving directions38 · 36 km

1 Depart left onto Stonebridge Road 292 m
2 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Thames Way 12 m
3 Exit roundabout left onto Thames Way 238 m
4 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Thames Way 13 m
5 Exit roundabout left onto Thames Way 460 m
6 Enter roundabout straight onto Thames Way 42 m
7 Exit roundabout left onto Thames Way 286 m
8 Turn right onto Ebbsfleet Gateway 854 m
9 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Southfleet Road 18 m
10 Exit roundabout straight onto Southfleet Road 345 m
11 Enter roundabout straight 81 m
12 Exit roundabout straight 58 m
13 Continue straight 347 m

14 Keep slightly right 723 m
15 Merge slightly right onto Watling Street 565 m
16 Continue straight onto Dartford Bypass 4 km
17 Take exit slightly left 2 km
18 Merge slightly right onto Canterbury Way 3 km
19 Keep slightly left onto Canterbury Way 4 km
20 Take exit slightly left 436 m
21 Enter rotary slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 97 m
22 Exit rotary straight onto Arterial Road Purfleet 2 km
23 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 66 m
24 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 778 m
25 Continue straight onto London Road 898 m
26 Enter roundabout left 16 m
27 Exit roundabout straight 262 m
28 Keep slightly right 159 m
29 Merge slightly right 12 km
30 Take exit slightly left 312 m
31 Enter rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 51 m
32 Exit rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 2 km
33 Enter rotary straight onto Woolwich Manor Way 137 m
34 Exit rotary left onto Woolwich Manor Way 693 m
35 Turn right onto Hartmann Road 2 km
36 Turn right 53 m
37 Turn right 121 m
38 Arrive left

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The return trip from London City Airport (LCY) to Northfleet covers roughly the same distance, 36 km.

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Barking Riverside is a major new development on the Thames in east London, built on former industrial land where the River Roding meets the Thames. Access via A13 Junction 3, then A1306 through Barking, or A406 North Circular to A13 eastbound. Popular routes include short hops from Dagenham (8km) and longer drives from Canary Wharf (22km). The area has excellent EV charging infrastructure with over 4450 public points nearby. The centrepiece is the new Overground station with its distinctive curved glass canopy.

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How far is it from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY)?: The distance between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY) is 36 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY)?: The drive from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY)?: The fastest route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) covers 36 km with a driving time of approximately 40 min.
Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Northfleet?: London City Airport (LCY) lies roughly to the west of Northfleet.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY)?: Along the route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) you can fill up at Shell Northfleet, Shell Hawley (24/7), Esso (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Northfleet and London City Airport (LCY)?: On the route from Northfleet to London City Airport (LCY) you can take a break at Moto Thurrock Services.

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