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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £22
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £34
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 5 h
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 5 h 10 m
- Buses on 04 Nov
- 14
- Distance
- 242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Fast coaches
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX508 · NXA813:50 6h45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £22 1 One-way 1 change- NX509 · NXA8
3:45 6h25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £22 1 One-way 1 change - NX509 · NXA8
11:30 6h50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £22 1 One-way 1 change - NX509 · NXA8
18:45 6h15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 1:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £22 1 One-way 1 change - NX509 · NXA8
15:15 6h40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £22 1 One-way 1 change
- NX201 · NX727
9:30 5h00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £35 1 One-way 1 change - NX201 · NX727
7:20 5h05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £41 1 One-way 1 change - NX201 · NX728
5:25 5h10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £51 1 One-way 1 change - NX201 · NX728
5:25 5h10 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £53 1 One-way 1 change - NX201 · NX728
3:30 5h25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station £38 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport
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Buses from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 16:30. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 4h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 2:45 |
Last bus 16:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 2:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 16:30.
There are 14 coaches a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX201 · NX728 | 3:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h25 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | 3:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h25 | 10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX728 | 5:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h10 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX728 | 5:25 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h10 | 10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX727 | 7:20 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h05 | 12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX727 | 9:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h00 | 14:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX727 | 10:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h35 | 16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | 11:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h50 | 18:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX727 | 12:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h25 | 19:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX508 · NXA8 | 13:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h45 | 20:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX727 | 15:05 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 5h35 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | 15:15 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h40 | 21:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX727 | 16:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h10 | 22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX509 · NXA8 | 18:45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 6h15 | 1:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport.
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£21
National Express frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Stansted Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport by coach. 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 coach, 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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