UCLan Campus
30,000+ students
Airport taxi transfers from Stansted Airport (STN) to Preston by London Airport Taxi. Lancashire's proud city—home to the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), historic Deepdale Stadium (England's oldest Football League ground), the magnificent Harris Museum, and gateway to the Ribble Valley—is around 4 hours from Stansted. Whether you're studying at UCLan, catching Preston North End at Deepdale, visiting family, or exploring Lancashire, our fixed-fare service takes you door-to-door with flight tracking included.
Flying into Stansted and heading to Preston? Our Stansted to Preston taxi service offers a comfortable, stress-free transfer to the heart of Lancashire. Covering 200 miles via the M11, A14, and M6, London Airport Taxi provides door-to-door transfers to Preston city centre, UCLan, and surrounding areas.
Preston is Lancashire's administrative centre and a city with a proud history. The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is one of the UK's largest universities, attracting over 30,000 students from around the world. Deepdale Stadium, home to Preston North End FC—the first ever Football League champions—is the oldest continuously used Football League ground in England. The Grade I listed Harris Museum, Art Gallery and Library is one of Britain's finest neoclassical buildings. The city serves as a gateway to the beautiful Ribble Valley and Forest of Bowland AONB. Preston was designated England's newest city in 2002 to mark the Queen's Golden Jubilee. Whether you're a student, football fan, or exploring Lancashire's heritage, London Airport Taxi provides fixed fares from £260, professional drivers, and real-time flight tracking. View our complete Stansted Airport taxi services or check all Stansted transfer prices.
Direct transfers—around 4 hours door-to-door to Lancashire's proud city
30,000+ students
No surge pricing
Historic stadium
Any flight time
The journey from Stansted Airport to Preston covers 200 miles via the M11, A14, and M6 motorways. Expect a journey time of around 4 to 4.5 hours under normal traffic conditions, though M6 traffic can add time during peak periods.
4h – 4.5h (peak)
M11 → A14 → M6
Stansted Airport (STN)
Preston (PR1-PR5)
One fixed price for the entire 200-mile journey—no meters, no surge pricing, no surprises. All fares include parking, meet & greet, and 60 minutes waiting time.
Booking your Stansted to Preston taxi with London Airport Taxi takes under 2 minutes. We'll track your incoming flight and have your driver ready when you land.
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A taxi from Stansted to Preston costs £260 for a saloon car carrying up to 4 passengers. Larger vehicles are available: Estate £285, 6-seater MPV £355, and 8-seater minibus £420. All fares are fixed with no hidden charges.
The taxi journey from Stansted Airport to Preston takes around 4 to 4.5 hours. The route covers 200 miles via the M11, A14, and M6, though travel time may increase during peak traffic periods.
Yes, we provide direct transfers from Stansted Airport to all Preston destinations including University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), Deepdale Stadium (Preston North End FC), Harris Museum, Preston Guild Hall, and the city centre.
Yes, we provide taxi transfers from Stansted Airport to all UCLan accommodation including Roeburn Hall, Whitendale Hall, Bowland Suites, and private student housing around the city centre campus.
We track all incoming flights in real-time, so if your plane is delayed, your driver will adjust their arrival time automatically at no extra cost. You also get 60 minutes of free waiting time from when your flight lands.
Yes, we serve the whole Preston area including Fulwood, Penwortham, Leyland, and Bamber Bridge. We also cover Chorley, Lancaster, and surrounding Lancashire. Fares may vary slightly depending on your exact destination.
Flying into Stansted and heading to Preston? Book your transfer with London Airport Taxi. Fixed fares from just £260, around 4 hours door-to-door to UCLan, Deepdale, Harris Museum, and the heart of Lancashire.