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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Showing times and prices for Mar 06
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
NX509 · NXA804:45PM6h40
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens11:25PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$511One-way
1 transfer
NX509 · NXA802:45PM7h10
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens09:55PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$511One-way
1 transfer
NX509 · NXA805:30PM6h20
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens11:50PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$511One-way
1 transfer
NX509 · NXA607:45PM6h40
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens02:25AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$551One-way
1 transfer
NX509 · NXA801:45PM6h50
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens08:35PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$631One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72709:25AM5h05
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens02:30PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$1031One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72707:20AM5h05
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens12:25PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$1141One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72805:25AM5h10
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens10:35AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$981One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72803:25AM5h30
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens08:55AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$921One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX72702:35PM6h05
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens08:40PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
$1141One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$46 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Cardiff to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 6h32 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:32PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:29PM | Duration 6h44 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Live departures
Cardiff to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 4:09 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 PM Cardiff | 6h20 | 12:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:08 PM Cardiff | 6h17 | 12:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 PM Cardiff | 7h10 | 2:25 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 6 | |||||
| NX201 · NX728 | 3:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h30 | 8:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX728 | 5:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h10 | 10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX727 | On time 7:20 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h05 | 12:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX727 | On time 9:25 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h05 | 2:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | Delayed 1:45 PM 10:00 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h00 | 5:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NXA8 | On time 10:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h10 | 5:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | Delayed 1:45 PM 11:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h55 | 6:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX727 | On time 12:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h30 | 7:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | On time 1:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h50 | 8:35 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX727 | On time 2:35 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h05 | 8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | On time 2:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h10 | 9:55 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | On time 4:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h40 | 11:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | On time 5:30 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h20 | 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NXA8 | On time 6:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h15 | 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA6 | On time 7:45 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h40 | 2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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National Express operates all buses services from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 6h 0m.
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 150 miles (242 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 03:20 |
Last bus 19:45 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Thu |
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 providers: National Express from Cardiff to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cardiff to London Stansted Airport is $46 (€37) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport is 6h 0m to travel the 150 miles (242 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport leaves at 3:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport leaves at 7:45 PM.
There are 16 buses a day from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Cardiff and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and London Stansted Airport including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport for bus company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
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