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JOURNEY TIME
About 1 hr 7 mins
DISTANCE
58 miles
PRICE
Fixed, per journey
PICKUP
Meet & greet in arrivals
Heading from London City Airport to Canterbury? Royal Executive Taxis offers a calm, comfortable way to get there. The 58-mile journey is handled by experienced chauffeurs, from pickup right to your door. Premium travel without the stress.
CHOOSE YOUR VEHICLE
Fixed prices - our tiers
Executive Saloon
BMW 5 Series or Mercedes E-Class
Up to 4 passengers · 2 cases
from £180
Executive Estate
Room for cruise luggage
Up to 4 passengers 3 cases
£180
Minivan/MPV
Mercedes V-Class or similar
Up to 7 passengers, 6 cases
£180
Royal Class (Upgrade)
Range Rover Vogue
Up to 4 passengers, 4 cases
£180
HOW IT WORKS
Booked in minutes, paid only once confirmed
1
Get your price
Enter your pickup, drop-off, date and time. You see the fixed price for every vehicle straight away.
2
Book and hold
Pay by card or PayPal. The money is only held, not taken, while we check availability.
3
We confirm
We confirm your booking and only then take payment. Your driver meets you on the day.
GOOD TO KNOW
Everything you need for this journey
01
Meeting point
Before you travel, our team will send you a confirmation with your exact meeting point inside the terminal, so you can go straight from arrivals to your chauffeur. Your driver will text you as they arrive, keeping the whole experience quick, calm and hassle free all the way to Canterbury.
Flying into London City, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a name sign. We'll time their arrival to whatever pickup slot you request after landing, giving you the time you need to clear immigration and collect your baggage. As one of the smallest and closest airports to central London, London City is popular with business travellers heading straight into the city or Canary Wharf. If you're travelling during peak traffic (weekday mornings or evenings), do allow a little extra time for the journey.
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About Canterbury
Canterbury is a UNESCO World Heritage city, its cathedral founded in 597 AD and still dominating the skyline after more than 1,400 years as a centre of English Christianity. Steeped in medieval and Roman history, with cobbled streets and timber-framed houses, it remains one of England's most visited historic cities and a regular stop for both tourists and pilgrims.
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Along the way
Along the way, we can make an optional stop at Leeds Castle (tickets from £34.50pp, best booked in advance), often called the loveliest castle in the world. It's entirely up to you: just let us know if you'd like to arrange a stop, at an extra cost.
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Local Knowledge
Canterbury's historic centre is protected by automated bollards, so we plan your pickup or drop-off at the nearest permitted point and let you know in advance.
Hotels we regularly serve in Canterbury
ABode Canterbury
30-33 High Street, Canterbury, CT1 2RX
Cathedral Gate Hotel
36 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HA
The Falstaff Hotel
8-10 St Dunstan's Street, Canterbury, CT2 8AF
Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre
New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 1UP
REVIEWS
What our passengers say
Your questions, answered
How far in advance should I book a transfer to Canterbury?
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We recommend booking as soon as your flight is confirmed. Canterbury is a popular destination, so arranging your transfer early means a calm, unhurried journey and a relaxed arrival in the historic heart of Kent.
How much extra time should I allow if I want to stop at Leeds Castle?
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Stops are entirely optional. If you'd like to add one, allow around 3 hours to enjoy it, and just let us know when booking so we can plan your timings.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
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We track your flight and adjust your pickup time automatically, no need to call us.
Can I book a return journey?
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Yes. After you book, your confirmation page has a Book Return button. It fills in the same journey the other way round with your details, so you only choose the vehicle, date and time.
Do you provide child seats?
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Yes, free of charge. Tell us when you book (in Special requests) how many seats you need and the children's ages, so the right seats are fitted before pickup.
What is your cancellation policy?
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Cancel 24 hours or more before pickup for a full refund. Cancel between 12 and 24 hours before pickup and we refund 50%.
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