Stansted to Canary Wharf Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Travelling between Stansted and Canary Wharf? A private transfer takes you door to door in about 45 minutes, at a price fixed before you travel. This page sets out the distance, the route, the fares for each vehicle and how the pickup works.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 35 miles (56 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 45 minutes; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. The M11 south to the A406 and A12, then the A13 to Canary Wharf.
About Canary Wharf
We drop off at offices and hotels across Canary Wharf and the Docklands. Stansted is one of the closest airports to Canary Wharf by road.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £88
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £119
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £142
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £218
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £242
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. The exact fixed price for your date and address is shown on the booking form before you pay, and does not change with traffic.
Meeting your driver
Stansted has a single terminal. The driver waits in the arrivals hall with a sign showing your name. We track your flight, so the pickup moves with any delay, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free. Meet and greet in the terminal and airport parking are included in the price. Child seats are free on request.
Going the other way
For the journey from Canary Wharf back to Stansted, the driver collects you from your door at the time you choose. Choosing “Return” on the booking form books both journeys in one payment, with a discount on the return leg.
More information
See our Stansted transfers page and the Stansted pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from Stansted to Gatwick Airport – Reliable Transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Stansted to Canary Wharf?
About 35 miles (56 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 45 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Stansted to Canary Wharf?
From about £88 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £132 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
What if my flight is delayed?
We track it; the driver adjusts, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
