London, Ohio
London airport to city centre: trains, buses, taxis and costs
London, Ohio has no commercial airport, so you land at Columbus (CMH), about 45 minutes east by car. Rent a car or take a taxi or ride-hail from CMH; there is no rail link. Budget US$45–90 for the transfer. Skip this page if you are flying into London, England.
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GuideLondon, Ohio
Key facts
- Nearest commercial airportcheck
- John Glenn Columbus International (CMH), about 40–50 km east
- Rail linkcheck
- None; no train or light rail serves London, Ohio
- Drive time from CMHcheck
- About 45 minutes via I-70 or US-40
- Taxi / ride-hail from CMHcheck
- US$45–90 (2026 estimate)
- Rental car
- US$45–110 a day plus insurance and fuel
- Local transitcheck
- Limited; plan on a car or ride-hailing
- Tipping a driver
- 15–20%, in the app or in cash
Your options at a glance
London, Ohio is a small city about 40–50 km west of Columbus. The nearest airport with scheduled service is John Glenn Columbus International (CMH), and the only realistic ways into London are by road. There is no station, no airport shuttle network and no rail line.
That makes the decision simple: rent a car if you need to move around central Ohio, or take a taxi or ride-hail if you are only staying in town. A private transfer booked ahead costs more but removes the wait at the kerb.
| Option | Time to London | Cost (2026 estimate) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rental car from CMH | 45–60 min | US$45–110 a day plus insurance and fuel | Anyone visiting more than London |
| Taxi from CMH | 45–55 min | US$60–90 | Two or more travellers with luggage |
| Uber / Lyft from CMH | 45–55 min | US$45–75 | Solo travellers, off-peak arrivals |
| Private transfer (pre-booked) | 45–55 min | US$80–140 | Late arrivals, families |
| Local bus / transit | Not practical from CMH | — | Skip |
Fares vary with traffic, time of day and surge pricing; treat all figures as a band, not a quote (check).
The detail
From CMH, follow the signs to the rental car centre or the taxi and ride-hail pickup zones; both are signposted outside the terminal. The drive west on I-70 is the quickest route, with US-40 as the slower alternative through the suburbs. Traffic is heaviest on weekday mornings and late afternoons, so add 15–20 minutes if you land between 07:00 and 09:00 or 16:00 and 18:00.
Ride-hail pickup at CMH is at a designated zone, not at the terminal door, so follow the app instructions. Taxis wait at the rank outside baggage claim. Neither is cheap for this distance, and a pre-booked private transfer is often the calmest option if you land after dark.
Once in London, parking is generally free or cheap at motels and along many streets, which is another reason a car wins here. If you are not driving, expect to rely on ride-hailing for anything outside the centre.
What it costs
The transfer is the main cost. A rental car spreads that cost across your whole trip, while a taxi or ride-hail is a one-off. Add tolls only if your route uses them; the I-70 run between Columbus and London normally does not.
If you are staying several nights and want to see Columbus, Dublin or the surrounding countryside, the car usually pays for itself. If you are in London for one night and leaving the same way, take a ride-hail and skip the rental paperwork.
| Item | Cost (2026 estimate) |
|---|---|
| Ride-hail CMH to London | US$45–75 |
| Taxi CMH to London | US$60–90 |
| Private transfer | US$80–140 |
| Rental car, per day | US$45–110 plus insurance and fuel |
| Driver tip | 15–20% |
Prices are 2026 estimates and change with demand (check).
Tips
- Book the rental car before you fly; central Ohio inventory tightens on weekends and around Ohio State home games.
- Check whether your fare includes a carry-on bag if you are connecting through a low-cost carrier.
- Save the address of your hotel offline; mobile signal is fine along I-70 but not everywhere in the countryside.
- If you land late, pre-book a transfer rather than relying on surge-priced ride-hailing.
- Tipping a driver 15–20% is the norm, added in the app or in cash.
Questions people ask
How do I get from London airport to the city centre?
There is no airport in London, Ohio. Fly into Columbus (CMH), about 45 minutes east, then drive, take a taxi or use a ride-hail app into London. No train or bus link exists.
How much is a taxi from London airport?
From Columbus (CMH) to London, expect roughly US$60–90 by taxi and US$45–75 by ride-hail, depending on traffic and surge pricing. These are 2026 estimates, not fixed rates.
Is there a train from London airport?
No. Neither London, Ohio nor Columbus has a rail link from the airport. The trip is by road only, so plan on a car, taxi or ride-hail.
Do I need a car in London, Ohio?
For most visits, yes. Local transit is thin and the surrounding sights are spread out. A rental car from CMH costs about US$45–110 a day plus insurance and fuel.
Deep dive
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Sources
- officialJohn Glenn Columbus International Airport
- officialOhio Department of Transportation
- officialCity of London, Ohio
- secondaryWikivoyage – Columbus