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 £50 - £130 and takes 9h 21m.

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 22m 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 Scotchford Bridge and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

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 £90 - £190.

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 Bus 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 £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 21m.

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 22m to drive from Stanstead to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 362+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 5 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)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 13m
£94–186
Drive 201.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Cardiffcar 201.2 mi
4h 22m
£50–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
9h 21m
£52–123
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 39m
£142–225
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
9h 46m
£60–113

Stanstead to Cardiff by bus and train

5Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stanstead to Cardiff.

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Distance: 213.8 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 Lucas Road, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 21m.

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