What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stansted is to bus and train via Flagstone Paving which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stansted is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Longfield via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stansted?

The distance between Cardiff and Stansted is 180 miles. The road distance is 180.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stansted?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cardiff to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stansted train from?

Cardiff to Stansted train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stansted train arrive?

Cardiff to Stansted train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stansted is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cardiff to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16373+ hotels available in Stansted.

Cardiff to Stansted - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Stansted by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Longfieldtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 26m
£106–173
Bus, train via Flagstone Paving
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
6h 33m
£31–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
6h 18m
£37–65
Drive 179.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stanstedcar 179.8 mi
3h 8m
£45–64
Train via Gravesend
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gravesendtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
5h 17m
£76–131

Cardiff to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stansted, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stansted via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Longfield in around 3h 26m.

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