Fixed Fare from £200
No hidden charges
York to Stansted taxi from just £200. Fixed fare, door-to-door long-distance transfer via the A1(M)/A14/M11 motorway route — approximately 200 miles in 3–3.5 hours, bypassing central London entirely. York airport transfer service operating 24/7 with real-time flight tracking, meet & greet, and full luggage handling included. Fully licensed UK drivers with a Private Hire Operator Licence serving York city centre, York Railway Station, University of York, Clifton, Acomb, Bishopthorpe & the entire North Yorkshire region.
Need a reliable long-distance taxi from York to Stansted Airport? Gatwick Taxi Transfer provides professional, private hire York to Stansted long-distance transfers from just £200 — a trusted, stress-free alternative to the train via London King's Cross, coach, or driving yourself. York, the historic walled city in North Yorkshire, sits approximately 200 miles north of London Stansted Airport, connected via the direct A1(M), A14, and M11 motorway corridor. As one of England's most visited cities — home to York Minster, the Shambles, the National Railway Museum, and the University of York — the city generates year-round demand for reliable Stansted airport taxi transfers from residents, tourists, business travellers, university students, and international visitors.
Whether you need a door-to-door airport transfer York for an early-morning Ryanair departure, a comfortable return taxi from Stansted airport to York after a late-night landing, or a family group transfer with child seats and extra luggage — our long-distance taxi York to Stansted service delivers every time. The journey takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours via the direct A1(M)/A14/M11 motorway route, completely bypassing central London and avoiding the Tube, rail changes, and heavy luggage hassle. Our licensed UK drivers with full Private Hire Operator Licence credentials are experienced long-distance specialists who know every junction, every service stop, and every Stansted terminal drop-off point. At £200 fixed, there's no meter running, no surge pricing — just a clean, comfortable, door-to-door airport transfer from your exact York address to the terminal entrance. For families of four, that's just £50 each — often cheaper than last-minute LNER tickets plus Stansted Express with none of the London connections.
Trusted by York residents, North Yorkshire families, University of York students, business travellers, and international tourists for reliable, affordable Stansted airport transfers.
No hidden charges
~3–3.5 hrs, no London
Early morning & late-night
Name board at arrivals
Private Hire Operator Licence
The York to Stansted Airport journey covers approximately 200 miles via the A1(M), A14, and M11 motorways. Journey time is typically 3 to 3.5 hours depending on traffic conditions. Night-time and early-morning departures often complete in around 3 hours, giving travellers catching dawn flights a significant advantage. During peak travel times around the A1(M)/A14 junction near Huntingdon and the M11 approach to Stansted, the drive may extend to approximately 3.5 hours. Our experienced long-distance drivers use live traffic navigation and know the alternative routes via the M1/M25/M11 or A17/A47 as contingency options when the primary motorway route is congested.
Off-peak: ~3 hrs | Peak: ~3.5 hrs
A1(M) → A14 → M11
York & North Yorkshire
Stansted Airport Terminal
Historic Walled City & Long-Distance Gateway
Distance
~200 Miles
Drive Time
3–3.5 hrs
Route
A1(M) → A14 → M11
Transparent pricing for one-way & return journeys. Our taxi from York to Stansted Airport price starts at just £200 — including door-to-door transfer, airport meet & greet, real-time flight monitoring, full luggage assistance, and 60 minutes free waiting at Stansted. Executive and group options available.
Toyota Prius, VW Passat
VW Passat Estate, Skoda Superb
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series
VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy
Mercedes Vito, VW Transporter
infoOne-way fixed fare from £200 — Stansted to York taxi returns at the same rate. No extra charges for flight delays, standard luggage, or Stansted drop-off. The cheapest taxi from York to Stansted — with no compromise on comfort or reliability.
Night & early-morning: same fixed fare — no overnight surcharges.
Our door-to-door airport transfer York service covers every address across the City of York, surrounding suburbs, and nearby North Yorkshire towns. Whether you're at a home near the Shambles, a student flat near the University of York campus at Heslington, a hotel on the A64, or a B&B in the Vale of York — our drivers collect from your exact location.
Also serving Tadcaster, Selby, Pocklington, Stamford Bridge, Easingwold, Boroughbridge, Knaresborough, Harrogate, Wetherby, and all YO postcode areas. Our long-distance drivers know every A1(M) junction access point from the York ring road and the fastest A64/A1(M) merge routes — ensuring the quickest departure from North Yorkshire to Stansted's terminal forecourt.
Drop-off and pickup at London Stansted Airport's single main terminal. Our York to London Stansted drivers deliver you directly to the terminal entrance — no shuttle buses, no long walks, no transfers between buildings.
Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, TUI, Pegasus Airlines — Europe's leading low-cost hub
Direct drop-off at the departures entrance — no express drop-off charges for pre-booked taxis with our service
Your driver waits in arrivals with a personalised name board — 60 minutes free waiting time included
Your driver helps with all bags, pushchairs, car seats — ideal for families and group transfers from York
From affordable saloon taxis ideal for solo travellers and couples, to estate cars with extra luggage space, executive vehicles for premium comfort on long journeys, and MPVs for families & group transfers. Every vehicle is clean, modern, air-conditioned, and built for long-distance comfort.

Toyota Prius or Similar

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Mercedes E Class or Similar

Ford Galaxy or Similar

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Need something bigger? We offer 8-seater minibuses, York to Stansted group transfers, and executive chauffeur service.
Free child seats • Executive transfers • Disabled-friendly vehicles available
The York to Stansted Airport journey is a 200-mile run down the A1(M) corridor — and our vehicles and drivers are purpose-built for it. Every car features comfortable reclining seats, full air conditioning, USB chargers, and generous boot space for suitcases, pushchairs, and sports equipment. Our drivers take strategic comfort breaks at motorway services along the A1(M) or A14 on request. The route from York runs clean and direct — A1(M) southbound from the York outer ring road, joining the A14 eastbound at Huntingdon, then the M11 northbound straight into Stansted Airport. No London congestion, no navigating the M25. Just a smooth, direct motorway drive — this is long-distance travel done properly.
Every Stansted arrival includes our complimentary airport meet & greet — your driver waits in the terminal arrivals hall with a personalised name board. Combined with real-time flight monitoring, your pickup adjusts automatically if your Ryanair, easyJet, or Jet2 flight is delayed. No phone calls needed, no extra charges applied. After a European city break or late-night budget flight landing at Stansted, the last thing you want is to figure out how to get a taxi from Stansted airport to York at midnight — we've got it covered the moment you land, with 60 minutes free waiting included.
York is one of England's most visited cities — home to York Minster, the medieval Shambles, the National Railway Museum, the University of York, and York St John University. International tourists visiting York, Whitby, and the North York Moors regularly need Stansted connections for budget European flights. Whether you're a family heading to the Mediterranean for half-term, a business traveller catching a Ryanair flight to Dublin, an international student flying home, or a tourist ending a Yorkshire break — our private hire York to Stansted service provides the most direct, reliable connection to London Stansted Airport.
Residents and visitors across North Yorkshire — from York city centre and Harrogate to Selby, Wetherby, and Tadcaster — choose our service because we combine an unbeatable £200 fixed fare with genuine reliability. Every driver is DBS-checked, fully licensed with a Private Hire Operator Licence, and experienced in long-distance A1(M) driving. Whether you need a 2 AM departure for a dawn Ryanair flight or a midnight return from a delayed easyJet arrival — we deliver, every single time.
There is no direct train from York to Stansted Airport. The rail route requires travelling south to London King's Cross (~1 hr 50 min via LNER), then crossing London via the Tube to Liverpool Street (~25 min via the Metropolitan/Circle/Hammersmith lines or Elizabeth Line), followed by the Stansted Express (~47 min) — adding multiple changes, platform walks with luggage, and over 3.5–4 hours total. National Express coaches take 5–6+ hours with connections via London Victoria. A long-distance taxi York to Stansted via the A1(M)/A14/M11 takes just 3–3.5 hours — direct, comfortable, and completely stress-free.
LNER from York to London King's Cross (~1 hr 50 min), then Tube to Liverpool Street (~25 min via Metropolitan/Circle or Elizabeth Line), then Stansted Express (~47 min). Total: 3.5–4+ hours with 2–3 changes. Dragging suitcases through King's Cross, down escalators, across platforms, and through the Tube with holiday luggage is exhausting — especially early morning or late at night with children, elderly passengers, or oversized bags.
National Express coaches from York to Stansted take 5–6+ hours with limited daily departures and connections via London Victoria Coach Station. No flexibility for early-morning or late-night flights, cramped seating for an extremely long journey, limited luggage capacity, and no guarantee of timely arrival. Not viable for time-sensitive airport departures or late-night arrivals back to York.
Direct door-to-door in ~3–3.5 hrs via the A1(M)/A14/M11. No changes, generous luggage space, 24/7 service availability, fixed from £200. The fastest, most comfortable, and most reliable option for York to London Stansted travel — and outstanding value for families and groups sharing the fare at just £50 per person for a family of four.
| Feature | 🚌 Coach | 🚂 Train | 🚕 Private Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Journey Time | 5–6+ hours | 3.5–4+ hours | 3–3.5 hours |
| Changes | 1–2 stops | 2–3 changes | None — Direct |
| Luggage | Limited | Very Limited | Full Boot |
| Door-to-Door | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Price (per person, family of 4) | £25–£50pp | £60–£120pp | ~£50pp (£200 car) |
| 24/7 Availability | Very Limited | Limited | ✅ Always |
So — how much is a taxi from York to Stansted Airport? Just £200 fixed for a saloon, and for a family of four that's only £50 each. Compare that to last-minute LNER fares (~£80–120 each) plus Stansted Express (~£25 each) — our fixed fare is often cheaper per person while being faster, direct, and completely hassle-free. The smartest option for York airport transfer service to Stansted — families, couples, students, tourists, and business travellers alike.
Booking your taxi from York to Stansted Airport takes under 60 seconds. No account needed, no app — just four simple steps and you'll have instant confirmation.
Any address — York city centre, York Railway Station, University of York, Clifton, Acomb, Bishopthorpe, Haxby, hotel, or any YO postcode.
Saloon, Estate, Executive, MPV, 7-seater, or 8-seater minibus. All clean, modern, air-conditioned, and built for long-distance comfort with full luggage handling.
Enter your flight number for real-time flight monitoring. Request child seats, extra luggage room, or wheelchair assistance — all free of charge.
Card, PayPal, or cash. Instant email/SMS confirmation with driver name and vehicle details. Contact us anytime for changes or questions.
We operate under a Private Hire Operator Licence with licensed UK drivers. Book online, call +44 203 617 7825, or WhatsApp us any time.
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Common questions about our taxi from York to Stansted Airport service — answered by our team with over a decade of long-distance airport transfer experience.
Our taxi from York to Stansted Airport price starts at £200 for a saloon car. Estate £220, MPV £235, Executive £260, 7-seater £265, 8-seater £290. All fares include airport meet & greet, luggage handling, real-time flight monitoring, and 60 minutes free waiting — no hidden extras. This is a fixed price, locked at booking, making us the cheapest taxi from York to Stansted without compromising quality.
The journey covers approximately 200 miles and takes 3–3.5 hours depending on traffic. Early-morning and late-night runs often complete in around 3 hours as the A1(M) and M11 are quieter. Peak travel times around the A1(M)/A14 junction near Huntingdon and the M11 approach may add 20–30 minutes. Our drivers use live traffic navigation and depart with appropriate buffer time.
The primary route follows the A1(M) southbound from York all the way to the A14 eastbound junction near Huntingdon, then joins the M11 northbound directly to Stansted Airport. This route completely bypasses central London — no M25, no Tube connections, no congestion. Our drivers also know alternative routes via the M1/M25/M11 or the A17/A47 when conditions require a diversion.
Yes — absolutely. The £200 fare is a guaranteed fixed price, locked the moment you book. No meter, no surge pricing, no hidden extras. It doesn't matter if there's traffic on the A1(M), if your pickup is at 3 AM, or if it's a bank holiday — the price you're quoted is the price you pay. That's our commitment to transparent, honest pricing for every York to Stansted transfer.
No problem at all. We monitor every incoming flight in real time. If your Ryanair, easyJet, or Jet2 flight into Stansted is delayed, your driver adjusts automatically — no phone calls, no rebooking, and absolutely no extra charges. We also include 60 minutes free waiting time from the moment your flight actually lands, so you can clear baggage reclaim at your own pace.
Absolutely — yes, you can. Our Stansted to York taxi service operates at the same £200 fixed fare for a saloon. Your driver monitors your flight and waits in the arrivals hall with a personalised name board. Book both legs at once for complete peace of mind — outbound and return, same price, same quality, same reliability.
Yes — we provide free child seats (infant, toddler, and booster) on request. Simply mention your child seat requirements when booking and we'll have the correct seat fitted and ready in the vehicle. No extra charge — safety for your little ones is always included. This makes our service particularly popular with York families heading to Stansted for half-term and summer holidays.
Yes — our executive option features premium vehicles such as the Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series from £260. Ideal for business travellers, VIP transfers, or anyone wanting extra comfort on a 200-mile journey. Leather seats, extra legroom, complimentary water, and a professional chauffeur experience — perfect for corporate departures from York's business district or conference hotels.
Yes — we offer York to Stansted group transfers for families, stag/hen parties, sports teams, and corporate groups. Our 7-seater MPV starts from £265, 8-seater minibus from £290, and 16-seater from £440. Outstanding value when the fare is split across a large group travelling together.
We combine transparent fixed pricing from £200, DBS-checked licensed drivers, modern comfortable vehicles, real-time flight monitoring, complimentary meet & greet, free child seats, and genuine 24/7 availability. Our drivers are A1(M) long-distance specialists who make this run regularly. No surge pricing, no hidden charges, no cancellations — just reliable, professional private hire York to Stansted service every single time. That's our expertise, and that's what we deliver.
Our team is available 24/7 to help you book your York to Stansted airport transfer.
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Instant booking. Fixed price guarantee. Reliable York to Stansted airport transfers from York city centre, York Railway Station, University of York, Clifton, Acomb, Bishopthorpe, Harrogate & the entire North Yorkshire region to London Stansted Airport. Licensed UK drivers, real-time flight monitoring, airport meet & greet, and luggage handling included. 24/7 taxi service — book online or call now.