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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The distance between Cardiff and Stanstead is 223 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead without a car is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Cardiff to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stanstead bus from?

Cardiff to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stanstead is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 451+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via The Bricklayers Arms
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 26m
£65–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
8h 30m
£41–83
Drive 201.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stanstead201.3 mi
4h 20m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks TeyLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 43m
£75–154
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfield
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchester
8h 32m
£44–117

Cardiff to Stanstead by train and bus

88Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Colchester, The Bricklayers Arms, and Bus Station in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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