Stansted Mid Stay Parking — The Sensible Middle Ground
Cheaper than Short Stay, closer and handier than Long Stay. The official Mid Stay car park is the easy choice for a few days up to about a week.
- ~10-minute walk or free shuttle
- Secure, monitored, on-airport
- Free drop-off zone on site
Inside the airport boundary off M11 Junction 8 — keep your keys, hop the free shuttle, and pay less than Short Stay.
Why Mid Stay is the value sweet spot
London Stansted (STN) has a single terminal, and its official car parks line up neatly by distance and price. The Mid Stay car park is the one in the middle — both literally and in cost. It is roughly a 10-minute walk from the terminal, or a quick ride on the free 24-hour shuttle bus, which makes it far more convenient than Long Stay while costing noticeably less per day than the Short Stay car park opposite the doors.
That balance is exactly why it suits so many trips. If you are flying out for a long weekend or a week-long holiday, Mid Stay typically gives you the best blend of price and proximity without the longer transfer that comes with the cheapest Long Stay spaces.
Secure, on-airport, and home to the free drop-off
As an official, on-airport car park, Mid Stay sits inside the airport boundary with CCTV, controlled entry and exit, and regular patrols. You park, keep your own keys, and head straight to the shuttle or walk to the terminal — there is no third party driving your car. It is also home to Stansted's free drop-off zone, so it is the spot many people use to set passengers down without paying the £7 Express Set-Down at the terminal kerb.
Because Stansted runs so many early Ryanair and easyJet departures between 04:00 and 06:00, the round-the-clock shuttle matters. Whatever the hour of your flight, you are not left waiting for a bus that only runs in office hours.
Book ahead and lock in the rate
Like every Stansted car park, Mid Stay is cheapest when booked in advance — aim for 4 to 8 weeks ahead to beat the much higher gate price you would pay on the day. Compare the live Mid Stay rate against Short Stay and Long Stay here, and pick the one that matches your trip length and how close to the terminal you want to be.
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Mid Stay Parking Questions
Everything you need to know about Mid Stay parking at Stansted Airport.
View All FAQsHow far is Stansted Mid Stay from the terminal?
The Mid Stay car park is roughly a 10-minute walk from Stansted's single terminal, or a short ride on the free 24-hour shuttle bus. It is far closer and handier than Long Stay while costing noticeably less than the Short Stay car park opposite the terminal.
Is there a shuttle bus from Mid Stay?
Yes. A free shuttle bus links the Mid Stay car park with the front of the terminal around the clock, so it covers Stansted's many early-morning Ryanair and easyJet departures between 04:00 and 06:00. Plenty of travellers simply walk the 10 minutes instead when the weather is kind.
How long can I leave my car in Mid Stay?
Mid Stay is ideal for trips of a few days up to about a week — long enough for a city break or a short holiday without paying Short Stay rates. For trips much longer than a week, the official Long Stay car park usually works out cheaper per day.
Is the Mid Stay car park secure?
Yes. The official Mid Stay car park at Stansted is a secure, monitored facility inside the airport boundary, with CCTV and controlled entry and exit. As it is an on-airport car park you keep your own keys and walk straight to the shuttle or terminal.
Mid Stay vs Short Stay vs Long Stay — which should I pick?
Short Stay sits opposite the terminal (a 2–3 minute walk) and suits drop-offs and short trips but costs the most per day. Long Stay is the cheapest for week-plus holidays but is a 10–15 minute shuttle ride out. Mid Stay is the middle ground — closer than Long Stay, cheaper than Short Stay — and best for a few days up to about a week.
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