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

The distance between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY) is 46 mi by road.

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

The drive from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

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

The fastest route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Broadwater Down?

London City Airport (LCY) lies roughly to the north of Broadwater Down.

Which towns do you pass between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY)?

Towns on the route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Dagenham, East Ham.

Are there charging stations between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY), including EG Rochester Road, Gravesend (350 kW); Moto Thurrock Services, Thurrock (350 kW); Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 4970.

Broadwater Down London City Airport (LCY)

Distance: 46 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) takes about 1 h 5 min via A21. The distance is 46 mi. The straight-line distance is 29 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Hadlow Stair, Downe, Petts Wood and Knoll, Lessness Heath, Beckton. Driving directions

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Driving directions36 · 46 mi

1 Depart onto Broadwater Down 1 mi
2 Continue right onto Broadwater Down 32 yd
3 Turn right onto Frant Road 1 mi
4 Turn left onto Birling Road 168 yd
5 Continue straight onto Bayham Road 1 mi
6 Turn left onto Forest Road 2 mi
7 Turn right onto Halls Hole Road 1 mi
8 Turn sharp right onto Pembury Road 1 mi
9 Enter roundabout slightly left 11 yd
10 Exit roundabout straight 1 mi
11 Merge slightly right onto Pembury Bypass 2 mi
12 Continue straight onto Pembury Road 2 mi
13 Continue straight onto Tonbridge Bypass 7 mi

14 Continue straight onto Sevenoaks Bypass 4 mi
15 Continue straight 12 mi
16 Continue straight onto Canterbury Way 2 mi
17 Keep slightly left onto Canterbury Way 3 mi
18 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
19 Enter rotary slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 106 yd
20 Exit rotary straight onto Arterial Road Purfleet 1 mi
21 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 73 yd
22 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Arterial Road Purfleet 1 mi
23 Continue straight onto London Road 1 mi
24 Enter roundabout left 17 yd
25 Exit roundabout straight 1 mi
26 Keep slightly right 174 yd
27 Merge slightly right 8 mi
28 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
29 Enter rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 56 yd
30 Exit rotary straight onto Royal Docks Road 2 mi
31 Enter rotary straight onto Woolwich Manor Way 150 yd
32 Exit rotary left onto Woolwich Manor Way 1 mi
33 Turn right onto Hartmann Road 1 mi
34 Turn right 58 yd
35 Turn right 133 yd
36 Arrive left

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The return trip from London City Airport (LCY) to Broadwater Down covers roughly the same distance, 46 mi.

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Charging points along the way

630 chargers

EG Rochester Road, GravesendEG Rochester Road, Gravesend, DA12 4TH350 kW
Moto Thurrock Services, ThurrockMoto Thurrock Services, Thurrock, RM16 3BG350 kW
Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge WellsLinden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, TN2 5QL300 kW
Ramac WayRamac Way, England, SE7 7QU300 kW
The Halfway House Hub, West HorndonThe Halfway House Hub, West Horndon, Brentwood, CM13 3LL300 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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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

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

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 3 September 2026.

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How far is it from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY)?: The distance between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY) is 46 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY)?: The drive from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY)?: The fastest route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) covers 46 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is London City Airport (LCY) from Broadwater Down?: London City Airport (LCY) lies roughly to the north of Broadwater Down.
Which towns do you pass between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY)?: Towns on the route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY) include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Dagenham, East Ham.
Are there charging stations between Broadwater Down and London City Airport (LCY)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Broadwater Down to London City Airport (LCY), including EG Rochester Road, Gravesend (350 kW); Moto Thurrock Services, Thurrock (350 kW); Linden Park Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells (300 kW). Charging points on this route: 4970.

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