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

The distance between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY) is 40 mi by road.

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

The drive from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 1 h by car.

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

The fastest route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.

Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Ballards Gore?

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

Which roads does the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) follow?

The drive from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) mainly follows A13.

Which towns do you pass between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY)?

Towns on the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) include Leigh-on-Sea, Rayleigh, Basildon, Dagenham, East Ham.

Are there charging stations between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY), including EG Rochester Road, Gravesend (350 kW); Moto Thurrock Services, Thurrock (350 kW); Crompton Close, Basildon (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 4972.

Ballards Gore London City Airport (LCY)

Distance: 40 miDuration: 1 h

Driving from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) takes about 1 h via A13. The distance is 40 mi. The straight-line distance is 31 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Hockley, Essex, The Birches, Essex, North Ockendon, Barking Riverside, Beckton. Driving directions

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Driving directions31 · 40 mi

1 Depart onto Paglesham Road 5 yd
2 Continue left onto Gore Road 1 mi
3 Continue straight onto Apton Hall Road 2 mi
4 Turn right onto Hyde Wood Lane 1 mi
5 Turn left onto Canewdon Road 1 mi
6 At end of road, turn right onto Ashingdon Road 1 mi
7 Turn right onto Lower Road 4 mi
8 At roundabout, take exit slightly left onto Lower Road 135 yd
9 Turn slightly right onto Watery Lane 1 mi
10 Continue slightly left onto Beeches Road 2 mi
11 Turn left onto Chelmsford Road 1 mi
12 Continue slightly left onto Chelmsford Road 1 mi
13 At end of road, turn left onto Chelmsford Road 2 mi

14 Enter rotary slightly left onto Chelmsford Road 91 yd
15 Exit rotary slightly left onto Chelmsford Road 1 mi
16 Enter rotary slightly left onto Canvey Way 168 yd
17 Exit rotary slightly left onto Canvey Way 1 mi
18 Take exit slightly left onto Canvey Way 1 mi
19 Merge slightly right onto Canvey Way 6 mi
20 Continue straight onto Stanford-Le-Hope By-Pass 18 mi
21 Continue straight onto Lodge Avenue Flyover 1 mi
22 Continue straight onto Alfred's Way 2 mi
23 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
24 Enter rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 56 yd
25 Exit rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 2 mi
26 Enter rotary straight onto Woolwich Manor Way 150 yd
27 Exit rotary left onto Woolwich Manor Way 1 mi
28 Turn right onto Hartmann Road 1 mi
29 Turn right 58 yd
30 Turn right 133 yd
31 Arrive left

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The return trip from London City Airport (LCY) to Ballards Gore covers roughly the same distance, 40 mi.

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Charging points along the way

625 chargers

EG Rochester Road, GravesendEG Rochester Road, Gravesend, DA12 4TH350 kW
Moto Thurrock Services, ThurrockMoto Thurrock Services, Thurrock, RM16 3BG350 kW
Crompton Close, BasildonCrompton Close, Basildon, England, SS14 3AL300 kW
London Road Retail Park, 2 London RoadLondon Road Retail Park, 2 London Road, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 1PP300 kW
Ramac WayRamac Way, England, SE7 7QU300 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Woolwich Ferry North Pier
Ferry Terminals
Barking Riverside
Ferry Terminals
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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London City Airport (LCY) → Canning Town North4 mi · 15 min London City Airport (LCY) → Plaistow North4 mi · 15 min London City Airport (LCY) → Trinity Buoy Wharf4 mi · 15 min London City Airport (LCY) → Ilford, Greater London6 mi · 15 min London City Airport (LCY) → Spitalfields and Banglatown7 mi · 25 min London City Airport (LCY) → Homerton7 mi · 20 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

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How far is it from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY)?: The distance between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY) is 40 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY)?: The drive from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 1 h by car.
What is the best route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY)?: The fastest route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) covers 40 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h.
Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Ballards Gore?: London City Airport (LCY) lies roughly to the west of Ballards Gore.
Which roads does the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) follow?: The drive from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) mainly follows A13.
Which towns do you pass between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY)?: Towns on the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY) include Leigh-on-Sea, Rayleigh, Basildon, Dagenham, East Ham.
Are there charging stations between Ballards Gore and London City Airport (LCY)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Ballards Gore to London City Airport (LCY), including EG Rochester Road, Gravesend (350 kW); Moto Thurrock Services, Thurrock (350 kW); Crompton Close, Basildon (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 4972.

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