West Sussex · RH19 · STN
East Grinstead to Stansted.
73.4 miles from East Grinstead to a single terminal — about 1 hr 46 min off-peak, a planning allowance of 2 hr 30 min in the weekday rush. A fixed price from £191, agreed before you travel.
- Distance
- 73.4 mi
- Off-peak
- 1 hr 46 min
- Traffic allowance
- about 2 hr 30 min
- Saloon
- £191
- Back home
- £190
Instant fixed price
East Grinstead, West SussexStansted Airport
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SaloonToyota Prius or similar · 4 seats · 2 cases£191 Book
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EstateSkoda Octavia or similar · 4 seats · 4 cases£217 Book
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ExecutiveMercedes E-Class · BMW 5 Series · 3 seats · 3 cases£340 Book
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MPVVW Sharan or similar · 5 seats · 5 cases£242 Book
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VanMercedes Vito or similar · 8 seats · 8 cases£276 Book
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Executive VanMercedes V-Class or similar · 7 seats · 8 cases£411 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 East Grinstead.
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 | 01:59 | 00:59 |
| 08:30 | 04:29 | 03:29 |
| 11:00 | 06:15 • | 05:15 • |
| 14:00 | 09:15 • | 08:15 • |
| 17:30 | 13:29 | 12:29 |
| 20:30 | 15:45 • | 14:45 • |
Coming home
Landing at Stansted.
These examples assume 45 minutes for airport formalities and baggage, then 1 hr 41 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 East Grinstead around |
|---|---|
| 07:30 | 10:40 • |
| 12:00 | 14:26 |
| 17:00 | 20:10 • |
| 22:30 | 00:56 (next day) |
Pickup in East Grinstead
Planning your collection.
Your address
Anywhere in East Grinstead
Door to door from any home or office in RH19 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
- East Grinstead (Bluebell)0.4 mi
- Dormans1.9 mi
- Kingscote2.3 mi
Hotels
Hotel pickups
- TravelodgeRH19 3DJ
- Cranston HouseRH19 3HW
- Gothic HouseRH19 3DD
- The Dorset ArmsRH19 3DE
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 East Grinstead.
Choosing between flights? Here is how far each airport is by road and what a Saloon costs, off-peak.
| Airport | Distance | Off-peak | Saloon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatwick | 11.7 mi | 23 min | £58 |
| Heathrow | 47.9 mi | 1 hr 3 min | £139 |
| London City | 43.9 mi | 1 hr 9 min | £132 |
| Luton | 79.0 mi | 1 hr 41 min | £200 |
| Stansted (this page) | 73.4 mi | 1 hr 46 min | £191 |
Nearby
Other towns to Stansted.
Good to know
East Grinstead to Stansted
questions.
How far is East Grinstead from Stansted Airport?
About 73.4 miles by road. Off-peak the drive takes around 1 hr 46 min; the estimated weekday traffic allowance is 2 hr 30 min. Gatwick has a shorter estimated drive from East Grinstead (23 min), but Stansted is 1 hr 46 min away.
How much is a taxi from East Grinstead to Stansted?
A fixed-price Saloon is £191 all-in for an off-peak weekday, and £190 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 East Grinstead for a morning flight from Stansted?
For an 08:30 short-haul departure, leave East Grinstead by about 04:29; for a long-haul flight at the same time, about 03:29. 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 East Grinstead?
Yes — any address, station or hotel, including East Grinstead (Bluebell) and Dormans 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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