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 £35 - £65 and takes 5h 33m.

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 £45 - £65.

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 28m.

How far is it from Stansted to Cardiff?

The distance between Stansted and Cardiff is 179 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 28m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Stansted to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Cardiff train from?

Stansted to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Where does the Stansted to Cardiff train arrive?

Stansted to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central 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 1795+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 28m
£105–170
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 33m
£39–63
Drive 179.2 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Cardiffcar 179.2 mi
3h 8m
£46–66
Train via Gravesend
1. Take the train from Gravesend to Farringdontrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 43m
£78–132
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Elizabeth
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 4m
£45–83

Stansted to Cardiff by bus, train, and foot

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5h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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