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 which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 2m.

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 bus between Stansted and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stansted to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Flagstone Paving and arriving at University RE via The Portobello Inn and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

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 40m.

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 40m and costs £100 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Stansted to Cardiff bus from?

Stansted to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stansted to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stansted to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 56m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,200 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Stansted to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stansted to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE 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 1755+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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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 40m
£106–171
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h 2m
£31–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 56m
£32–57
Drive 179.2 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Cardiffcar 179.2 mi
3h 8m
£45–64
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 54m
£287–1,128

Stansted to Cardiff by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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