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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$85
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$85
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 20
11
Distance
241 km
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.
The average ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) without transferring at least 2 times.
C01227+
LE058400 · P66201+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington8:05 AM4h31Stansted Airport (SSD)12:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way3 transfers- C01226+P66257+
C385419:58 AM3h38Stansted Airport (SSD)1:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers - C00183+P66346+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington11:43 AM3h57Stansted Airport (SSD)3:40 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C50048+LE059200 · P66094+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington5:50 AM4h39Stansted Airport (SSD)10:29 AMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way3 transfers
- C50047+P66302+C3822710:58 AM3h39Stansted Airport (SSD)2:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C01226+P66257+C385419:58 AM3h38Stansted Airport (SSD)1:36 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C50047+P66302+C3822710:58 AM3h39Stansted Airport (SSD)2:37 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C00183+C38306+P6635911:58 AM3h42Stansted Airport (SSD)3:40 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C50046+P66371+C3834812:28 PM3h47Stansted Airport (SSD)4:15 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
- C50040+P66377+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington12:43 PM3h50Stansted Airport (SSD)4:33 PMCardiff Central (CDF)$851One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF):
A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) costing on average $94.
Other travel options to Cardiff Central (CDF) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 27m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (3h 14m by train vs 3h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $94 compared to roughly $69 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
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34625+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+P66301 | Delayed 11:48 AM 10:58 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h39 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34625+C38381+P67525 | Delayed 11:48 AM 11:11 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42176+C38462+P66364 | Delayed 12:48 PM 12:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h25 | 3:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34631+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+P66376 | Delayed 1:48 PM 12:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h54 | 4:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34631+C38543+P66388 | Delayed 1:48 PM 1:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 4:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34635+P66412+C38229 | Delayed 2:48 PM 2:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 5:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34636+C38244+P66412 · L04061 | Delayed 3:16 PM 2:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h59 | 6:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| W34636+P66424+C38265 | Delayed 3:16 PM 2:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h27 | 6:10 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W35420+P66436+C38308 | Delayed 3:48 PM 3:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 6:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| W34641+P66460+C38391 | Delayed 4:48 PM 4:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h28 | 7:39 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42180+C38472+P66483 | Delayed 5:48 PM 5:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 8:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C42181+P66494+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | Delayed 6:48 PM 5:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h54 | 9:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| C50048+P66094 · LE059200+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | 5:50 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h39 | 10:29 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C01227+LE058400+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+P66201 | 8:05 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h31 | 12:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3 transfers | |
| C01226+P66245+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | 9:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h53 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C01226+P66257+C38541 | 9:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 1:36 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C50047+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington+P66290 | On time 10:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h54 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C50047+C38227+P66302 | 10:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h39 | 2:37 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C00183+P66346+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | 11:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h57 | 3:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C00183+P66359+C38306 | 11:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h42 | 3:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C50046+P66365+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Paddington | 12:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h04 | 4:15 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
| C50046+C38348+P66371 | 12:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h47 | 4:15 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 but you can travel from only $27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 09:43. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 9:43 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from $27. 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Cardiff Central (CDF) 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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