For many travellers flying in from Turkey, Stansted is their first stop in London. Low-cost airlines such as Pegasus have operated flights here from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, Antalya and İzmir, and Ankara and Dalaman have also appeared on the list from time to time. As schedules change with the season, we recommend checking current flights with the airline before you book. In this article we compare the options for a Stansted Airport to central London transfer and explain when a private chauffeur is the more comfortable choice.
Where is Stansted?
Stansted lies about 40 miles (64 kilometres) north-east of London, which puts it further from the city than Heathrow. Because of this distance, your choice of transport matters all the more, particularly for late-night and early-morning flights.
Getting from Stansted to London
Stansted Express train: Trains leave from the station beneath the terminal roughly every 15 minutes. They reach London Liverpool Street in about 47 minutes and Tottenham Hale in about 33 minutes. At Tottenham Hale you can change to the Victoria line on the Underground. If you are staying near Liverpool Street, it is one of the fastest ways into town.
Coach: National Express runs several routes from Stansted to stops including Victoria Coach Station, Liverpool Street, Baker Street, Waterloo, King’s Cross and Stratford. Flibco also runs regular services to Liverpool Street and Stratford. The coach is usually the economical choice, but it can take longer depending on traffic.
Taxi and private car: If you would like to travel by car, it is best to book a private car or minicab in advance. Journey time into the city depends on traffic, but you should allow around an hour or more.
Early and late flights
Stansted’s great advantage is its low fares, but the saving can come at a cost: the distance from the city and awkward flight times. It is worth weighing the difference in ticket price against the time and energy you will spend on arrival.
Low-cost flights often leave in the early hours or land late at night. At these times public transport can be limited, and waiting at a busy, cold station is tiring. After a long flight, making several changes with luggage can be hard, especially for families and older passengers.
In these situations, a private transfer means a vehicle ready at a time that suits your flight. Your chauffeur helps with your luggage and takes you straight to your hotel or address.
When does a private transfer make sense?
- You are landing or departing late at night or early in the morning
- You are travelling with family, children or a lot of luggage
- You are heading to a part of London far from the railway stations
- You are coming for a business meeting and want to go straight to the address
- There are four or more of you; up to seven people can travel together in one vehicle
The same logic applies when you are heading to Stansted. Rather than getting to the station, buying a ticket and rushing to catch your train before your flight, being collected from your door is a real relief.
Your Stansted transfer with Happy Transfers
Happy Transfers is a premium private chauffeur service based in London, founded in 2025 by Emre Tutus. Emre has more than ten years’ experience in luxury chauffeuring. The company also works with major corporations and embassies in London. Clients can talk to Emre in Turkish and book in Turkish.
The vehicle is a Mercedes-Benz V-Class (V 300 d), which seats up to seven passengers, has leather seats and offers a smooth, quiet ride. Pick-ups are punctual, your chauffeur helps with your luggage and the journey is door to door. You will find general information on all London airports in our guide to London airport transfers, and details for Heathrow in our Heathrow guide.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Stansted to London? The Stansted Express takes about 47 minutes to Liverpool Street. By car, the time depends on traffic; it is sensible to allow around an hour or more.
Are there flights to Stansted from Turkey? Airlines such as Pegasus have operated flights to Stansted from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, Antalya and İzmir. Check the airline’s website for the current schedule, as flights change with the season.
How do booking and payment work? You can make your booking in Turkish. Quotes are given on request, and payment can be made online by card through Stripe.
Get a quote
For your Stansted transfer, fill in our contact form, call 07472 106118 or message us on WhatsApp. Just tell us your flight date and time, your destination address and the number of passengers. For more information, visit the Happy Transfers home page.