The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for London Stansted Airport on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.








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 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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€57 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h26 | 11:44 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 12:27 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h54 | 1:44 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h41 | 2:31 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 04:07 |
Last train 16:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Stansted Airport from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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