Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 30 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

242 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for London Stansted Airport on Mon, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National Express
10:00AM6h35
Cardiff Central (CDF)
04:35PMLondon Stansted Airport
$361One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:45PM6h25
Cardiff Central (CDF)
02:10AMLondon Stansted Airport
$471One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €38.

Distance: 149 miles (241 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€35

Average price

Cheapest

€76

Average price

5h 40m

Average total duration

5h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Rail

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Live departures

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, July 13
Last updated at 6:10 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 1:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h55
7:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX728
Delayed
3:35 PM 2:40 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h15
7:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX728
Delayed
3:35 PM 4:40 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
9:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 4:55 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h05
11:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX727
Delayed
3:35 PM 6:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
11:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX727
Delayed
3:35 PM 8:25 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h00
1:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 9:00 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h35
3:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
1:15 PM 9:45 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h50
4:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 12:00 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h35
6:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 12:45 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h45
7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX727
On time
2:05 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h35
7:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
3:40 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h00
9:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 3:45 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h45
10:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA8
Delayed
6:45 PM 4:30 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h25
10:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX507 · NXA6
On time
5:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h40
12:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX509 · NXA6
On time
6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h40
1:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
149 miles (241 km)
Average bus duration
5h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$32 (€25)
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
5h 55m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
18:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: National Express from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN)

Buy your official National Express bus tickets between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Stansted Airport (STN) from $29 (€23) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Cardiff Central (CDF) - London Stansted Airport (STN) bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29

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