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

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

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 20m and costs £45 - £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, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Cardiff?

The distance between Stanstead and Cardiff is 215 miles. The road distance is 202.4 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 13m and costs £75 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m 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.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Stanstead to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Cardiff?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Stanstead to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stanstead to Cardiff 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
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 13m
£79–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
8h 41m
£41–84
Drive 201.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Cardiff201.2 mi
4h 20m
£49–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfield
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GD
8h 42m
£43–110

Stanstead to Cardiff by bus and train

74Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stanstead to Cardiff.

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Distance: 214 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 41m.

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