Heathrow to Stansted taxi from £138. Airport Bee runs fixed-price, pre-booked transfers between Heathrow and Stansted, 24/7. Your driver tracks your inbound flight, so pickup happens when you actually land, not when the schedule said you would. One vehicle, no changes, and your luggage stays with you the whole way.
Heathrow to Stansted Transfer at a Glance
| Detail | Heathrow → Stansted |
|---|---|
| Airport codes | LHR → STN |
| Road distance | About 55 miles (88 km) |
| Typical journey time | About 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes; 2 hours or more at peak times |
| Taxi price (Saloon) | From £138 |
| Main route | M25 → M11 northbound |
| Heathrow pickup | Terminals 2, 3, 4 & 5 |
| Stansted drop-off | Stansted terminal (single terminal) |
| Availability | 24/7, 365 days a year |
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Heathrow to Stansted Transfer Price
A private Heathrow to Stansted transfer starts from £138 one way in a Saloon. Your fare is shown before you book and does not change with traffic on the day.
| Vehicle | Capacity | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 passengers + 2 suitcases | £138 |
| Estate | 4 passengers + 3 suitcases + 1 cabin bag | £146 |
| MPV Large (6-seater) | 4 passengers + 4 suitcases, or 6 passengers with cabin luggage | £182.35 |
| 8 Passenger | Up to 7 passengers + 6 suitcases + 6 cabin bags | £221.20 |
| Executive | Up to 4 passengers + 2 suitcases + 2 cabin bags | About £216 |
One-way “starting from” fares for the airport-to-airport journey. Your exact price depends on vehicle and any extras such as Meet & Greet. Executive fares are approximate and may differ; the final fare is confirmed in the booking form.
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How to Get from Heathrow to Stansted: Taxi vs Train vs Coach
There is no direct train between Heathrow and Stansted. The main options are a private transfer, a direct coach, or a train journey via central London with at least one change. A private transfer is the simplest choice for families, groups, heavy luggage and tight connections because it runs terminal to terminal without changes.
| Private transfer | Coach | Train (via London) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Changes | None | None | At least two (for example Elizabeth line to Liverpool Street, then Stansted Express) |
| Typical time | About 1 hr 15 min to 1 hr 45 min | Fastest published around 1 hr 20 min; check the timetable for your terminal | Roughly 1 hr 40 min to 2 hrs door to door |
| Luggage | Door to door, driver assists | Coach hold, self-managed | Self-managed across platforms |
| Best for | Families, groups, luggage, tight connections | Solo travellers on a budget with time to spare | Rarely practical for this pair |
For current coach and rail times and fares, check the operators directly: National Express and the Stansted Express. Transport for London also lists rail links between London airports.
How Far Is Heathrow from Stansted?
Heathrow and Stansted are roughly 40 miles apart in a straight line, but the road route is longer: about 55 miles via the M25 and M11. The exact distance varies slightly with your Heathrow terminal and live routing. This is the longest of the main London airport-to-airport transfers, because it crosses the full width of the M25.
How Long Does Heathrow to Stansted Take?
A private transfer from Heathrow to Stansted usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes in normal traffic. In the weekday morning peak (roughly 06:50 to 09:00), the afternoon and evening peak (14:30 to 19:00), or after an incident on the M25 or M11, allow 2 hours or more. Your driver uses live traffic data and re-routes where a faster option exists, but the M25 itself cannot be avoided.
Road Route from Heathrow to Stansted
Heathrow → M25 (anticlockwise, northern arc) → M11 northbound → Stansted
This route has more sustained motorway exposure than any other Heathrow airport pair, so journey time can shift more than on shorter transfers. Build in extra time for a flight you cannot afford to miss.
How Much Time Should I Allow Between Flights?
If you have separate tickets landing at Heathrow and departing from Stansted, this is always a self-transfer. The full process looks like this:
- Your flight lands and you disembark
- You clear passport control (if arriving from outside the UK and Ireland)
- You collect your checked baggage
- You meet your Airport Bee driver and travel to Stansted
- You check in and drop your bags again
- You clear security and reach your gate
With checked baggage, many travellers allow at least 5 to 6 hours between scheduled landing and departure on this route, and more at peak times. Always check your airline’s own connection guidance: Airport Bee cannot guarantee an onward flight on a separately booked ticket.
Pickup at Heathrow and Drop-off at Stansted
Heathrow: we cover Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5, so confirm your terminal when you book. After you clear baggage reclaim you get an Arrival SMS with your driver’s details, and they meet you at the point confirmed in your booking email. Meet & Greet at Heathrow costs £9, and the first 5 minutes of waiting is free. See the full Heathrow transfers guide.
Stansted: there is a single passenger terminal, so there is no terminal to choose. Airport drop-off charges are set by the airport, not by Airport Bee. See the Stansted transfers guide for the terminal and getting airside.
What Happens If My Flight Is Delayed?
With flight monitoring, your driver adjusts to your actual landing time automatically, so a delay does not mean a missed pickup. This matters on a long route like this one, where a late landing can push the drive into peak traffic. Flight monitoring cannot guarantee your onward Stansted departure, which is governed by your airline’s connection rules.
Why Book Airport Bee
- Fixed price agreed before you travel: M25 and M11 traffic does not change what you pay
- Flight monitoring on your Heathrow landing
- Licensed private hire vehicles and PCO-licensed drivers
- Five vehicle types from Saloon to 8 Passenger and Executive
- 24/7 booking and support, 365 days a year, by website, app, WhatsApp or phone
Travelling the other way? See Stansted to Heathrow. Other airport-to-airport routes: Heathrow to Gatwick, Heathrow to Luton and Heathrow to London City. All are covered by our airport-to-airport transfers.
Heathrow to Stansted FAQs
How much does a taxi from Heathrow to Stansted cost?
Airport Bee fares start from £138 one way for a Saloon (up to 4 passengers, 2 suitcases). Estate starts from £146, MPV Large from £182.35, 8 Passenger from £221.20 and Executive is about £216. Executive fares are approximate; confirm your exact fare in the booking form.
How far is Heathrow from Stansted?
About 55 miles by road via the M25 and M11, or roughly 40 miles in a straight line.
How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Stansted?
A private transfer usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes in normal traffic. Allow 2 hours or more at peak times or after an incident on the M25 or M11.
Is there a direct train from Heathrow to Stansted?
No. Rail journeys go into central London and need at least two changes, for example the Elizabeth line to Liverpool Street and then the Stansted Express. Allow roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours.
Is there a coach from Heathrow to Stansted?
Yes. National Express runs a direct coach between the two airports. Times and fares vary by departure, so check the timetable for your terminal before relying on it for a tight connection.
What is the fastest way from Heathrow to Stansted?
A private transfer is usually the quickest terminal-to-terminal option because there are no changes, although journey time depends on M25 traffic.
How much time should I allow between flights at Heathrow and Stansted?
It is a self-transfer, so you clear passport control, collect baggage, travel by road and check in again. With checked luggage many travellers allow at least 5 to 6 hours between landing and departure, and more at peak times. Always check your airline’s guidance.
Where will my driver meet me at Heathrow?
After you clear baggage reclaim you receive an Arrival SMS with your driver’s details, and your driver meets you at the point confirmed in your booking email.
What happens if my flight into Heathrow is delayed?
Airport Bee tracks your flight and adjusts your pickup to your actual landing time, so a delay does not mean a missed pickup.
Can I book Stansted to Heathrow as well?
Yes. See the Stansted to Heathrow transfer page for fares and pickup details in that direction.
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