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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff 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 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Cardiff coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX728 · NX201 | On time 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h25 | 22:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX202 | On time 19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h35 | 00:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| NX727 · NX201 | 04:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h15 | 11:00 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX507 | 06:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h40 | 11:50 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX507 | 06:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h35 | 11:45 Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Cardiff coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff
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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 33 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 07:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to CardiffYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Cardiff with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, 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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