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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Cardiff is to train and bus via Flagstone Paving which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 17m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Longfield and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Stansted to Cardiff?

The distance between Stansted and Cardiff is 180 miles. The road distance is 180.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Stansted to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Cardiff train from?

Stansted to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Longfield station.

Where does the Stansted to Cardiff train arrive?

Stansted to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Cardiff is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Stansted to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Longfield to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£106–171
Train, bus via Flagstone Paving
cheapest
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 17m
£31–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 46m
£38–64
Drive 179.2 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Cardiffcar 179.2 mi
3h 8m
£45–64
Train via Gravesend
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 50m
£75–134

Stansted to Cardiff by bus, train, and foot

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stansted to Cardiff Central via Longfield, London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 48m.

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