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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$39
Fastest journey on Sep 05
6 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
6 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 05
4
Distance
242 km
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 $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 4 buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 42 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.
9:53 AM6h42Cardiff Central (CDF)4:35 PMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 transfers- 6:53 PM6h07Cardiff Central (CDF)1:00 AMLondon Stansted Airport$401One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM6h40Cardiff Central (CDF)10:25 PMLondon Stansted Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h40Cardiff Central (CDF)11:25 PMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers
- 6:53 PM6h07Cardiff Central (CDF)1:00 AMLondon Stansted Airport$401One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM6h40Cardiff Central (CDF)11:25 PMLondon Stansted Airport$431One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM6h40Cardiff Central (CDF)10:25 PMLondon Stansted Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 9:53 AM6h42Cardiff Central (CDF)4:35 PMLondon Stansted Airport$321One-way0 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 an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, while a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport costing on average $100 (€81).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 16m.
Tickets start at around $66 (€53) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 5h 16m versus 3h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:53AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:53PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h02 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h07 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX507 · NXA8 | 6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h15 | 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA6 | 7:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h40 | 2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| 9:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h42 | 4:35 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h40 | 10:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h40 | 11:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
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 13 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 10:30, the last at 17:00. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 10:30 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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