With so many Stansted airport taxi companies available, how do you know which one you can trust to do your transfer? This can be quite challenging especially if you are coming in from another country, or if you are visiting Stansted for the first time. It is important that you choose carefully – if you get the wrong taxi company you may end up with unnecessary complications. So what should you be looking for?

The first thing you should make sure is that the company has a well maintained fleet of vehicles. They should be in good working condition and be clean. If you are arriving as a group find out whether it is possible to get a big vehicle or several taxis at the same time. Their drivers should be well trained and safety conscious – find out whether the company has had any recent accidents. They should also be familiar with their surroundings so that they can take alternative routes when needed.

Clearing through customs can take some time, and if you book the wrong company they may end up charging you even for short waits. The best companies give clients at least 30 minutes after which they start charging them. Make sure that the company that you choose is known for being on time – the last thing you want is for your plane to land only to find that your taxi is not waiting for you.

Find out whether the company that you are hiring has metered taxis – this way you don’t have to pay more than is necessary. You can also ask in advance how much your trip will cost and the different ways that you can pay for it.

Style Taxis is a Stansted airport taxi company that comes highly recommended. They have a large, well maintained fleet and excellent drivers.