Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train

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Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

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

Great Western Railway
09:30AM3h47
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:17PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$601One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
09:45AM3h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:16PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$651One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
06:00AM3h35
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:35AMCardiff Central (CDF)
$761One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
10:15AM3h22
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:37PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1331One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
01:15PM3h21
Stansted Airport (SSD)
04:36PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1421One-way
0 transfers

Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Great Western Railway10:15AM Stansted Airport (SSD)3h22 01:37PM Cardiff Central (CDF)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway01:15PM Stansted Airport (SSD)3h21 04:36PM Cardiff Central (CDF)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway05:30PM Stansted Airport (SSD)3h31 09:01PM Cardiff Central (CDF)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway09:30AM Stansted Airport (SSD)3h47 01:17PM Cardiff Central (CDF)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway10:30AM Stansted Airport (SSD)3h36 02:06PM Cardiff Central (CDF)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

3 h 21 m

Average

3 h 32 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

241 km

Of the 9 trains that leave Stansted Airport (SSD) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Great Western Railway
01:15PM3h21
Stansted Airport (SSD)
04:36PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1421One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
01:45PM3h21
Stansted Airport (SSD)
05:06PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$2061One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
10:15AM3h22
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:37PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1331One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
05:30PM3h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
09:01PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$1491One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
09:45AM3h31
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:16PMCardiff Central (CDF)
$651One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€37) but you can travel from only $28 (€26) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $28 (€26)
Distance
149 miles (241 km)
Average train duration
3h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
$41 (€37)
Trains per day
25
Train providers
1
Fastest train
3h 18m
First train
04:30
Last train
19:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $28 (€26)

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains

Find the best trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Omio's travel partners Great Western Rail from $38 (€35). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Train information from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) with Great Western Rail:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $38

FAQs: Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

FAQs: Travel by train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) can start from as little as $40 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is $88 (€80); 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 train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is 3 h 16 min   to travel the 149 mile (241 km) long route, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 4: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) leaves at 7: 15 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF), you can count on Great Western Rail for the best way to get you to Cardiff Central (CDF). You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Stansted Airport (SSD) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 15 PM.
A trip to Cardiff Central (CDF) from Stansted Airport (SSD) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 16 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) including taking a bus or train.

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