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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) without transferring at least 2 times.
W35434+
C37911+
P664901:18 PM4h10Cardiff Central (CDF)5:28 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$531One-way2 transfers- W35198+C37954+P662195:18 PM4h05Cardiff Central (CDF)9:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$531One-way2 transfers
- W35188+C37663+P660902:18 PM4h24Cardiff Central (CDF)6:42 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$591One-way2 transfers
- G15049+C37766+P661243:18 PM4h10Cardiff Central (CDF)7:28 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$591One-way2 transfers
- W35202+C38108+P663117:18 PM4h05Cardiff Central (CDF)11:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$591One-way2 transfers
- W35432+C37942+P663849:19 AM3h36Cardiff Central (CDF)12:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$851One-way2 transfers
- G15041+C37849+P663608:18 AM3h37Cardiff Central (CDF)11:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$1121One-way2 transfers
- G15041+
Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P663668:18 AM3h49Cardiff Central (CDF)12:07 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$1121One-way2 transfers - G15040+C38125+P662836:24 AM3h59Cardiff Central (CDF)10:23 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$941One-way2 transfers
- W35167+P02921+C381867:23 AM4h00Cardiff Central (CDF)11:23 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$941One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average $95 (€78).
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 8m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (3h 1m by train vs 3h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $95 (€78) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15187 · G14903+C38119+P66438 | On time 11:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 3:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15187 · G14903+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66444 | On time 11:00 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h23 | 3:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15045+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66450 | On time 11:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h19 | 3:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15045+C38126+P66444 | On time 11:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h05 | 3:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15045+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55759 · P02931 | 11:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h49 | 4:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15010 · W34490+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P02929 | On time 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h25 | 3:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15010 · W34490+C38154+P66450 | On time 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 3:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15010 · W34490+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L54458 | On time 11:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h53 | 4:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
 G00900 · G00821 | On time 11:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h07 | 5:52 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| G15188 · W34493+C38189+P02931 | 12:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 4:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15188 · W34493+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66468 | On time 12:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h23 | 4:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15046+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66474 | 12:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h19 | 4:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15046+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55771 · P66485 | 12:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h52 | 5:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15012 · G14904+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66479 | On time 12:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h25 | 4:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15012 · G14904+C37851+P66474 | On time 12:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 4:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15012 · G14904+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L54466 | On time 12:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h58 | 5:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
| G00947 · G00824 | On time 12:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 6h02 | 6:47 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41669 · W34498+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66490 | 1:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h28 | 5:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| Y41669 · W34498+C37895+P66485 | 1:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 5:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35434+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66490 | 1:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 5:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35434+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55783 · P02902 | On time 1:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h52 | 6:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15013 · G14905+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66050 | On time 1:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h30 | 6:00 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15013 · G14905+C37952+P66496 | On time 1:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 5:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15013 · G14905+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L54473 | On time 1:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h57 | 6:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
| G00905 · G00826 | 1:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h54 | 7:39 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| G15189 · G14906+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P02904 | On time 2:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h27 | 6:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15189 · G14906+P02902+C38007 | 2:00 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 6:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35188+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L54481 · P66124 | On time 2:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h10 | 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35188+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66102 | On time 2:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h40 | 6:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35188+P66090+C37663 | On time 2:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h24 | 6:42 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15015 · G14907+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L54481 | On time 2:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h58 | 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
| G15015 · G14907+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66102 | On time 2:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h28 | 6:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15015 · G14907+P66090+C37671 | On time 2:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h12 | 6:42 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G00946 · G00830 | On time 2:45 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h58 | 8:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41675 · G14908+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66124 | 2:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h29 | 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| Y41675 · G14908+P66112+C37741 | 2:59 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h11 | 7:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15049+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66136 | 3:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h24 | 7:42 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15049+C37766+P66124 | 3:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15049+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55807 · P66160 | On time 3:18 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h50 | 8:08 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15017 · W34510+C37808+P66136 | On time 3:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h12 | 7:42 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15017 · W34510+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66148 | On time 3:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h29 | 7:59 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| W35431+C37618+P02915 | 5:07 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h16 | 9:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
G15040+P66283+ Y62730+C38125 | 5:48 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h35 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15040+C38125+P66283 | 6:24 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 10:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15001 · G14896+P66294+C37761 | 6:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h09 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15178 · G14897+P66323+C37803 | 6:57 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 11:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35167+P02921+C38186 | 7:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h00 | 11:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15003 · G14898+C37849+P66360 | 7:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h28 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15041+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66378 | 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h19 | 12:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15041+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55723 · P66390 | 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h49 | 1:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15041+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+L55717 · P66378 | 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h19 | 12:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G15041+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66366 | 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 12:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15041+C37849+P66360 | 8:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h37 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34974 · W34477+Tube from London Paddington to Stratford (London)+P77476 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h28 | 1:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
| W34974 · G14899+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66384 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h28 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34974 · G14899+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P66384 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h28 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34974 · G14899+C37926+P66378 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 12:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34974 · G14899+P66378+C37926 | 8:27 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h10 | 12:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| G66712 · G00812 | 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 5h55 | 2:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| W35432+C37942+P66384 | 9:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h36 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W35432+P66396+C37974 | 9:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h04 | 1:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15006 · G14900+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P02927 | 9:28 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h27 | 1:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W35178+P66426+C38069 | 10:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h19 | 2:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G15008 · G14902+C38084+P66426 | 10:30 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 2:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 4:14 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from $27 (€22). 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 Stansted Airport (SSD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Stansted Airport (SSD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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