4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cardiff for London Stansted Airport on Fri, Feb 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 20 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Fri, Feb 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 242 km
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Thursday, February 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| NX507 · NXA8 | On time 9:45 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h45 | 4:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | Delayed 6:30 PM 10:30 AMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h55 | 5:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NXA8 | On time 11:30 AM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h55 | 6:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX727 | Delayed 2:05 PM 12:35 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h25 | 7:00 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | Delayed 6:30 PM 1:30 PMCardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h35 | 8:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX507 · NXA8 | On time 6:00 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h20 | 12:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX509 · NXA6 | On time 7:15 PM Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 7h10 | 2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 242 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 03:20 |
Last bus 19:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to London Stansted Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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