Travel smarter, not more expensively
Airport charges change, terminals move the pick-up zones, and “from £X” prices rarely tell the whole story. Our guides cut through it — written by people who’ve actually made the trip.
Stansted drop-off charges & pick-up rules (2026)
The Express Set Down £10-vs-£28 trap, the free Mid Stay option most people miss, pick-up zones, Blue Badge rules and how to avoid a £100 Parking Charge Notice.
TaxiRater Editorial · Updated 2026 · 8 min read AirportsHeathrow transfers: taxi, minicab or train?
What each option really costs from Terminals 2–5, meet-and-greet explained, and when a fixed fare beats the Express.
9 min read AirportsGatwick transfers & drop-off charges
North vs South Terminal, the drop-off zone fee, free alternatives, and getting to central London without overpaying.
8 min read Buyer’s guideHow to choose a reliable taxi firm
The nine questions that separate a safe, licensed operator from a chancer — and the red flags to walk away from.
7 min read More guides on the way — Luton, Manchester and Birmingham airports, plus “black cab vs minicab vs app”. To add a new guide, copy any file in the/guides/ folder and edit the content (see README.md).