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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stanway is to bus and train which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stanway is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stanway?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stanway. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Tollgate Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stanway?

The distance between Cardiff and Stanway is 199 miles. The road distance is 207.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanway without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Cardiff to Stanway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stanway bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stanway?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanway is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stanway bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stanway?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stanway is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Stanway.

Where can I stay near Stanway?

There are 984+ hotels available in Stanway.

Cardiff to Stanway - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Stanway by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
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 / ...
3h 40m
£65–132
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to BrentwoodHeathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
7h 53m
£31–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
6h 35m
£45–91
Drive 206.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stanway206.2 mi
3h 51m
£52–75
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Tey
7h 27m
£236–596
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station
7h 4m
£84–196
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station
7h 38m
£80–318

Cardiff to Stanway by train and bus

193Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stanway, Essex, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sainsburys Store via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, and Railway Station in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Tollgate Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Railway Station in around 6h 35m.

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