When arriving in London you can choose between many types different types of transfers to get into the city. Your choice will depend on what type you believe will be the most comfortable and affordable for you. Some choices include taxis, minicabs, buses, private cars and express trains. The cost for each varies as well as the time it takes to get to and from the airport. Fares vary and with some transportation, like the trains, children pay a cheaper fare. There are several differences to keep in mind when deciding what type of airport transfer is best for you and your travelling companions.
Trains such as the Heathrow Express are a fast way to get from the main London airport to the Paddington Station. There are other advantages such as no traffic jams. When riding the train there are no cars to tie up the ride and cause delay. There are no stops to delay the time it takes to reach your destination, so you can get to the airport within 15 minutes. When travelling by train, the child's fare is always cheaper than adult fare, which is great when travelling with your children, especially if you have many children to ride along with you.
The airport bus or shuttle bus takes travellers to and from the airport. It takes longer than the Heathrow Express. The time to reach London or the airport is approximately one hour and 15 minutes with no stops. Airport buses have more luggage space, so you just load your luggage and relax until you read your destination. You can use the service even if you are not flying and just need a ride to the airport. It is one of the cheapest ways to travel at only £2 one way. Some easyBus coach services run both day and night from Stansted to London.
Taxis and minicabs can also take you to and from the airport. Taxis are most likely the most expensive type of transfers and do not have as much room as the buses or trains. Minicabs are less expensive than taxis and many times have more room for luggage. Both types of transfer are sharing the road with other vehicles that may cause traffic jams or other problems that can delay you reaching your destination. Therefore, time to reach your destination to or from the airport can vary greatly. This is something to keep in mind when deciding which type of airport transfer it best for you.