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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Church Street, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Marks Tey, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Cardiff?

The distance between Stanstead and Cardiff is 216 miles. The road distance is 203.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Stanstead to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Cardiff bus from?

Stanstead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Cardiff train from?

Stanstead to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Stanstead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stanstead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Cardiff train arrive?

Stanstead to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Cardiff is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Stanstead to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Stanstead to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Stanstead to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 7m
£93–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
9h 49m
£29–46
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
8h 36m
£35–60
Drive 201.9 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Cardiffcar 201.9 mi
4h 26m
£51–73
Bus, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
8h 47m
£65–247
Bus, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 37m
£79–201

Stanstead to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 214.8 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Cardiff Central via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Church Street, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 36m.

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