Dorset · DT1 · STN
Dorchester to Stansted.
175.3 miles from Dorchester to a single terminal — about 3 hr 32 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 4 hr 55 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £326, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 175.3 mi
- Off-peak
- 3 hr 32 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 4 hr 55 min
- Saloon
- £326
- Back home
- £329
Instant fixed price
Dorchester, DorsetStansted Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£326 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£369 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£488 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£407 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£453 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£619 Book
Off-peak weekday prices, all-in. Pick your date and time for the exact fare — it is fixed once booked.
Flight planner
When to leave Dorchester.
Planning examples for Stansted, using assumed airport arrival allowances of 2 hours for short-haul or 3 hours for long-haul, the estimated drive and 15 additional minutes. Your airline may require earlier arrival. Times marked • use a traffic allowance; congestion can exceed it.
| Flight departs | Short-haul: example pickup | Long-haul: example pickup |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 00:13 | 23:13 (night before) |
| 08:30 | 02:43 | 01:43 |
| 11:00 | 03:50 • | 02:50 • |
| 14:00 | 06:50 • | 05:50 • |
| 17:30 | 11:43 | 10:43 |
| 20:30 | 13:20 • | 12:20 • |
Coming home
Landing at Stansted.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 3 hr 33 min on the road (longer in the rush). Actual clearance and baggage times vary. Keep the team informed of delays and confirm your collection arrangement.
| Flight lands | Home in Dorchester around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 13:10 • |
| 12:00 | 17:40 • |
| 17:00 | 22:40 • |
| 22:30 | 02:48 (next day) |
Pickup in Dorchester
Planning your collection.
Your address
Anywhere in Dorchester
Door to door from any home or office in DT1 and around. Give us the address when you book; confirm where the vehicle can stop and discuss any assistance you need.
Stations
Stations in our directory
- Dorchester South0.3 mi
- Dorchester West0.3 mi
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- Kings Arms HotelDT1 1HF
- The Wessex Royale Hotel0.2 mi
- The CasterbridgeDT1 1HU
- Premier Inn0.2 mi
Stansted Airport
At the airport.
Flying out
Drop-off
You are set down in the drop-off zone outside the terminal; the airport drop-off charge is already in the price.
Flying home
Meeting your driver
Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall, just past baggage reclaim, with a name board. Stansted has one terminal, so there is no guesswork. Up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing is free.
Good to know
A single terminal
Early-morning departures from Stansted are busy at security; allow the full check-in time even for hand-luggage-only flights.
Planning your Stansted pickup
The airport offers Short Stay and Express Set Down options. Green and Blue Short Stay are options for a driver parking to meet someone inside; follow your confirmed collection instructions.
For P5 meet-and-greet bookings, check your confirmation for the meeting point and contact details. Keep your phone available after landing, and contact the team if baggage, immigration or assistance takes longer than expected. Do not move to a different terminal or car park without agreeing it with your driver.
Official Stansted collection information. Airport guidance checked 21 October 2026; check the airport website for changes before travel.
Passenger help · Changing airports between flights · Choose a vehicle for your passengers and luggage
Compare
Every London airport from Dorchester.
Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.
| Airport | Distance | Off-peak | Saloon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 115.5 mi | 2 hr 15 min | £252 |
| Gatwick | 139.0 mi | 2 hr 41 min | £287 |
| Luton | 146.6 mi | 2 hr 53 min | £294 |
| London City | 136.9 mi | 3 hr 14 min | £280 |
| Stansted (this page) | 175.3 mi | 3 hr 32 min | £326 |
Nearby
Other towns to Stansted.
Good to know
Dorchester to Stansted
questions.
How far is Dorchester from Stansted Airport?
About 175.3 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 3 hr 32 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 4 hr 55 min. Heathrow has a shorter estimated drive from Dorchester (2 hr 15 min), but Stansted is 3 hr 32 min away.
How much is a taxi from Dorchester to Stansted?
A fixed-price Saloon is £326 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £329 for the journey back from the airport. The airport charge, flight tracking and waiting time on arrival are included. Pick your date and time on this page for the exact fare.
What time should I leave Dorchester for a morning flight from Stansted?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave Dorchester by about 02:43; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 01:43. These are planning examples, not latest safe departure times. Follow your airline’s check-in advice and allow extra time for disruption.
Where will my driver meet me at Stansted?
Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall, just past baggage reclaim, with a name board. Stansted has one terminal, so there is no guesswork. Check your confirmation for the included waiting allowance and contact the team if baggage or assistance delays you.
Can you pick up from a station or hotel in Dorchester?
Yes — any address, station or hotel, including Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations. Give us the exact address and entrance so your quote reflects the actual journey.
Is it cheaper to book a return?
Booking the return with the outward journey takes 5% off the return leg, and the driver tracks your flight home so the pickup moves with the landing time.
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