Stansted Taxi Price
2026: Complete Guide.
The complete 2026 Stansted taxi price guide. Fixed-price pre-booked transfers from Stansted Airport (STN) to all major destinations — central London ( saloon), Cambridge (), Norwich ( reverse), Heathrow cross-airport (), Gatwick cross-airport (), Luton cross-airport (), London City cross-airport (), plus south coast routes (Brighton , Portsmouth ). Five vehicle classes — saloon, estate, MPV (5–8 pax), executive saloon (Mercedes E), executive MPV (Mercedes V-Class). Comparison with Stansted Hackney rank metered fares, Uber surge pricing, Bolt, FreeNow, Stansted Express train. Same fixed fare 24/7 — no surge, no late-night premium, no early-hours surcharge.
Common Routes
From Stansted
Central London: saloon
Heathrow:
Gatwick:
Luton:
Cambridge:
Stansted → London Fixed Fares
Same fare 24/7 · Saloon to executive · No surge
| Destination | Saloon | Estate | MPV (5–8) | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central London (W1, EC, SW1) | ||||
| North London (NW, N) | ||||
| East London (E) | ||||
| Canary Wharf (E14) | ||||
| South London (SE, SW) | ||||
| West London (W) |
Cross-Airport & Long-Distance
Stansted Beyond London
| Destination | Distance | Saloon | MPV | Executive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow (cross-airport) | ~50 mi | |||
| Gatwick (cross-airport) | ~80 mi | |||
| Luton (cross-airport) | ~40 mi | |||
| London City (cross-airport) | ~35 mi | |||
| Cambridge | ~30 mi | |||
| Norwich | ~85 mi | |||
| Brighton | ~110 mi | |||
| Birmingham | ~120 mi | |||
| Manchester | ~190 mi |
Comparison
Stansted to London — Price Comparison
| Option | Off-peak | Friday/Sunday peak | Late-night | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stansted Express | – | – | Last train midnight | Steady |
| National Express coach | – | – | Limited overnight | Variable |
| Bolt | – | – surge | – | Variable |
| Uber X | – | – surge | – | Variable |
| FreeNow / Hackney rank | – metered | – metered | – Tariff 2 | Steady |
| Pre-Booked (us) | fixed | fixed | fixed | Allocated |
FAQs
Stansted Taxi Price — FAQs
How much is a Stansted taxi to central London?
fixed for a saloon to central London (W1, EC, SW1). estate, MPV (5–8 pax), executive saloon, executive MPV. Price locked at booking — no surge, no late-night premium.
What's the cheapest Stansted taxi option?
For solo off-peak with hand luggage, Bolt at – is typically cheapest. For 2+ passengers with hold luggage, surge windows, or late-night, pre-booked private hire at fixed beats apps and Hackney rank.
Are Stansted Hackney rank fares more expensive?
Yes, typically. Stansted Hackney carriages run on council-set metered fares. Off-peak fares to central London –. Tariff 2 evening/weekend higher. Pre-booked at fixed is decisively cheaper.
Is the Stansted Express cheaper than a taxi?
Stansted Express to Liverpool Street: 50 minutes, – single. For solo passengers off-peak with hand luggage, train wins on cost. For 2+ passengers, hold luggage, late-night, or door-to-door, pre-booked competes — ÷ 4 = each.
Why are pre-booked prices fixed when others surge?
Pre-booked drivers commit to your booking when accepted with the agreed price. No dynamic pricing, no surge multiplier, no late-night premium. Same fare any hour, any day.
Are there extra charges I should know about?
No. Fare quoted at booking is fare paid. Tolls, congestion charge (when relevant), parking — all included. No fuel surcharge, no luggage fee, no booking fee.
Group/family — what's the best price?
MPV (5–8 pax) at fixed to central London. ÷ 6 = each — beats individual rail tickets, beats Uber XL surge, includes door-to-door.
Pay on day or upfront?
Small confirmation deposit (10–20%) and balance on the day. Card on day, bank transfer, or invoice for corporates.
Get a Fixed Stansted
Taxi Quote
From to central London. Same fare 24/7. No surge. Driver waits at arrivals.