Just 30 Minutes
Fastest airport to Cambridge
Direct airport taxi transfers from Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge by London Airport Taxi — TfL-licensed, DBS-checked drivers, fixed fares confirmed at booking. Our route takes you straight up the M11 to Cambridge in around 30 minutes, door-to-door to any college, science park, hotel or CB postcode. Real-time flight tracking ensures your driver is ready the moment you land.
Flying into Stansted and heading to Cambridge? Our Stansted to Cambridge taxi service is the fastest and most direct way to reach this world-famous university city. Covering just 30 miles via the M11 motorway, London Airport Taxi is a TfL-licensed private hire operator with DBS-checked drivers who know every one of Cambridge’s 31 university colleges, its complex one-way system, and all the major science parks and business campuses.
Stansted is the closest major London airport to Cambridge — just 30 miles compared to 45 miles from Luton, 75 miles from Heathrow, and 95 miles from Gatwick. Our service is rated 4.9/5 from over 450 verified reviews, with fares fixed from £55 at booking and free cancellation up to 12 hours before pick-up.
Whether you’re a student moving into college, a researcher visiting Addenbrooke’s, or a tourist heading to King’s College Chapel, we provide door-to-door service to any CB postcode. View our complete Stansted Airport taxi services or check all Stansted transfer prices.
The fastest direct link from Stansted to Cambridge — TfL-licensed, DBS-checked drivers up the M11 in 30 minutes at a fixed price, with real-time flight tracking and free cancellation up to 12 hours before pick-up.
Fastest airport to Cambridge
Door to porter’s lodge
No meters, no surge pricing
Real-time, auto-adjusted
The journey from Stansted Airport to Cambridge city centre covers approximately 30 miles via the M11 motorway northbound. Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes under normal traffic conditions. During peak hours or university term time, allow up to 45 minutes due to Cambridge city traffic.
30m – 45m (peak)
M11 northbound
Stansted Airport (STN)
Cambridge (CB1–CB5)
Same fixed fare to anywhere in central Cambridge city centre.
Fixed fares for the entire 30-mile journey — no meters, no surge pricing, no surprises. All prices include door-to-door service, real-time flight tracking, and up to 60 minutes free waiting time after landing.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Fixed Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
Saloon Car Toyota Prius, VW Passat |
1–4 | 2 bags | £55 |
Estate Car VW Passat Estate — ideal for students |
1–4 | 4 bags | £65 |
Executive Car Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series |
1–4 | 2 bags | £75 |
6-Seater MPV VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy |
1–6 | 6 bags | £85 |
7-Seater MPV Mercedes V-Class, VW Caravelle |
1–7 | 7 bags | £95 |
8-Seater Minibus Mercedes Vito, VW Transporter |
1–8 | 8 bags | £110 |
Executive Minibus Mercedes V-Class LWB, VIP Sprinter |
6–16 | 16 bags | £160 |
All Stansted Airport taxi prices are fixed in advance with no hidden fees.
Your exact fare is confirmed at booking. Late-night (23:00–06:00) and bank holiday prices may vary. Free cancellation up to 12 hours before pick-up.
Choose from our modern, air-conditioned vehicles — all driven by TfL-licensed, DBS-checked professionals for your 30-mile direct journey up the M11.
VW Passat or Similar
From £55
VW Passat Estate — Students
From £65
VW Sharan or Similar
From £85
Mercedes Vito or Similar
From £110
Need a larger vehicle? We also offer executive and minibus options. Child seats available free on request.
directions_car View Full FleetBooking your Stansted to Cambridge taxi with London Airport Taxi takes under 2 minutes. We’ll track your incoming flight and meet you at arrivals with a name board.
Arriving flight number and your Cambridge destination address or college name.
Choose based on passengers and luggage — estate car ideal for students with term luggage.
Child seats available free on request. Specify college porter’s lodge if required.
Instant confirmation with driver contact details and live tracking link.
University Transfers
Our drivers are familiar with all 31 Cambridge colleges and know exactly where to find each porter’s lodge. Just tell us your college name and we’ll handle the rest — perfect for freshers week, graduation, or visiting days.
Get an instant fixed-fare quote for your Stansted to Cambridge taxi.
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Everything you need to know about our Stansted to Cambridge taxi service. For more help, visit our FAQ page or contact us.
A taxi from Stansted to Cambridge costs £55 for a saloon car (up to 4 passengers, 2 bags), £65 for an estate car (4 bags — ideal for students), £75 for an executive car (Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series), £85 for a 6-seater MPV, £95 for a 7-seater MPV, £110 for an 8-seater minibus, and £160 for an executive minibus (up to 16 passengers). All fares are fixed, fully inclusive, and cover any address in Cambridge city centre. London Airport Taxi is a TfL-licensed private hire operator.
A taxi from Stansted Airport (STN) to Cambridge city centre covers approximately 30 miles and takes around 30 minutes under normal traffic conditions via the M11 motorway northbound. During peak hours or university term time, allow up to 45 minutes due to Cambridge city traffic. London Airport Taxi drivers use real-time traffic monitoring to choose the fastest route into the city.
Yes. London Airport Taxi provides door-to-door service to all 31 University of Cambridge colleges including King’s College, Trinity College, St John’s College, Pembroke, Clare, Emmanuel, Corpus Christi, and Queens’. Our drivers are familiar with Cambridge’s complex one-way system and can drop you directly at the porter’s lodge. Simply provide the college name or full address when booking.
London Airport Taxi tracks every incoming flight at Stansted in real-time using live flight data. If your aircraft is delayed, your DBS-checked driver automatically adjusts their arrival time at no extra cost. All bookings include 60 minutes of free waiting time from when your flight lands. You will never be charged for delays outside your control.
Yes. Stansted is the closest major London airport to Cambridge at just 30 miles — approximately 30 minutes by taxi via the M11. For comparison, Luton Airport is 45 miles away (around 50 minutes), Heathrow is 75 miles (around 1 hour 30 minutes), and Gatwick is 95 miles (around 1 hour 45 minutes). Stansted offers the fastest and most affordable taxi transfer to Cambridge.
Yes. London Airport Taxi serves all Cambridge business and research locations including Cambridge Science Park (CB4), Cambridge Biomedical Campus at Addenbrooke’s (CB2), St John’s Innovation Centre, Cambridge Business Park, Granta Park, and Babraham Research Campus. Companies based there include AstraZeneca, ARM Holdings, and Microsoft. The fixed fare from Stansted to Cambridge Science Park is £55 for a saloon car.
Yes. London Airport Taxi is fully licensed by Transport for London (TfL) as a private hire vehicle operator. Every driver holds an individual TfL private hire driver licence and has passed a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) criminal record check. The company is rated 4.9 out of 5 from over 450 verified customer reviews and provides 24/7 service for all Stansted to Cambridge transfers.
London Airport Taxi offers free cancellation up to 12 hours before your scheduled Stansted to Cambridge pick-up. To cancel or reschedule, contact the team via WhatsApp on +442036177825 or by phone at no charge. Cancellations requested less than 12 hours before pick-up may incur a cancellation fee. Bookings are available online 24/7.
Genuine reviews from customers who’ve travelled from Stansted to Cambridge with London Airport Taxi. Read more customer reviews.
star star star star star“Used London Airport Taxi for a Stansted to Cambridge transfer for my daughter’s fresher’s week at Trinity College. Driver knew exactly where the porter’s lodge was, helped with all the luggage. Fixed £65 estate car fare, DBS-checked driver. 35 minutes door to door. Excellent service.”
SLSophie L.
Stansted to Cambridge • Verified Booking
star star star star star“Regular user of London Airport Taxi for Stansted to Cambridge Science Park transfers. Always on time, TfL-licensed drivers, fixed £55 saloon fare confirmed in advance. Flight tracking means they adjust when my flights are delayed. Highly recommend for business travellers.”
ARDr. Ahmed R.
Stansted to Cambridge • Verified Booking
star star star star star“Booked London Airport Taxi from Stansted to Cambridge city centre for a conference at Churchill College. Straight up the M11, 30 minutes, driver was professional and punctual. Fixed fare, no surprises at the end. Will use again for future visits.”
MCMaria C.
Stansted to Cambridge • Verified Booking
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