Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 8 m

Buses per day

17

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 £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX509 · NXA8
16:456h40
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
23:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA8
11:306h32
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
18:02Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA8
13:456h44
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
20:29Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX507 · NXA8
18:456h15
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
01:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX509 · NXA8
17:306h20
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
23:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 242 km

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Most popular
Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

5h 38m

Average total duration

5h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

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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 today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express16:30 Cardiff Central (CDF)
6h10
22:40 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
national_expressNX201 · NX72803:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
5h15
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX72805:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX509 · NXA805:55 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
6h15
12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
07:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
4h55
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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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 15 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 19:23. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 5h 55m.

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 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
5h 55m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
19:23
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

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 £23. 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 Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
15 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.
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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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is on average 5 h 55 min   for the 149 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cardiff Central (CDF) and London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 19: 45.
There are 17 coaches a day from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport (STN). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Cardiff Central (CDF) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cardiff Central (CDF) to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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