Stansted Airport taxis at a fixed price
London Stansted is around 35–40 miles north-east of central London, just off the M11 in Essex. It’s the country’s biggest base for low-cost airlines, which means a timetable packed with very early departures and late-night arrivals – the times when trains are thin on the ground and a cab from the rank costs a small fortune. A pre-booked Stansted taxi with ukairportscabs.com gives you a guaranteed car at any hour, at a price you know before you leave home.
Why pre-book your Stansted transfer?
- It works at 4am. The Stansted Express doesn’t start early enough for a lot of first-wave flights. We run around the clock.
- One price for the whole car. Train tickets are per person. Our fares are per vehicle, so the more of you there are, the better value it gets.
- Door to terminal. No getting to Liverpool Street or Tottenham Hale first, no stairs with suitcases, no changing trains.
- No surprises. The fare is fixed when you book. Any airport parking charge on pickups is shown in your quote rather than added at the end.
How long does it take to get to Stansted?
From the West End or the City, allow roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on traffic through north-east London. From Canary Wharf and east London it’s often a little quicker via the A12 or A406 to the M11. From Cambridge it’s around 40 minutes, and from north London suburbs like Enfield or Walthamstow, 40–55 minutes.
Low-cost airlines tend to close bag drop and boarding gates strictly on time, so it pays to arrive early. We’d suggest aiming to be at the terminal at least two hours before a European departure. Tell us your flight time when you book and we’ll recommend a pickup time.
Landing late? Stansted arrivals often run into the small hours. We track every flight, so your driver will be there whenever you land – with 60 minutes of free waiting from touchdown and no charge for delays.
Meeting your driver at Stansted
Stansted has a single terminal building, which keeps things simple. Your driver will wait in the international arrivals hall holding a name board, and we’ll send you their name and number before you land. They’ll help you with your luggage and walk you to the car, which is parked a short walk away in the pickup area.
Vehicles for Stansted journeys
Choose a saloon for up to four passengers with light luggage, or an estate if you’re bringing bigger cases. Our 6 and 8-seat MPVs are popular for Stansted – groups of friends heading off on a weekend away, stag and hen parties, and families flying out for the school holidays. Business travellers can choose an executive Mercedes for a quieter, more comfortable ride. Every quote shows each vehicle side by side, so it’s easy to pick. See the full fleet.
Popular Stansted routes
We regularly run between Stansted and central London, Canary Wharf, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertford and the other London airports. Transfers between Stansted and Heathrow or Gatwick are common for travellers connecting between flights – far easier than crossing London by train with bags. Have a look at our sample fixed prices, or get an exact quote for your address using the form above.
Stansted taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from London to Stansted?
It depends on your pickup address and vehicle type. Use the quote form for an instant fixed price – what you see is what you pay.
Can you get me to Stansted for a 6am flight?
Yes. We operate 24/7 and early-morning Stansted pickups are routine for us. We’ll suggest a pickup time when you book.
Is a taxi cheaper than the Stansted Express?
For one person travelling light from central London, the train is usually cheaper. For two or more people, or anyone starting away from Liverpool Street, a fixed-price taxi is often similar or better value – and it’s door to door.
Where will my driver meet me at Stansted?
In the arrivals hall with a name board. We’ll send you their details before you land.
Do you do Stansted to Heathrow transfers?
Yes – airport-to-airport transfers are one of our most popular services. We track your inbound flight so the timing works.