Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Railway

Mon 03 Aug
+ Add return
Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cathays (CYS) 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 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 241 km

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Coach

£42

Average Price

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 15m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 18m

Average total duration

5h 48m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Compare prices and tickets Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Mon
03 Aug
Tue
04 Aug
Wed
05 Aug
Thu
06 Aug
Fri
07 Aug
Sat
08 Aug
Sun
09 Aug

Why should you book Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • 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 Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 04:38. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23
Distance
241 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
3h 45m
First train
4:38
Last train
4:38
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £23

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Cathays (CYS) and London Stansted Airport from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£42
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport by train. 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 train, 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
The cost of a train ticket from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £42.
The train journey from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 3h 45m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport is 241 km.
The first train from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 4:38.
The last train from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport departs at 4:38.
Trains from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cathays to London Stansted Airport is primarily urban and suburban, passing through major cities like Cardiff and London, with some views of the countryside in between. While it offers glimpses of rural landscapes, it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
A day trip from Cathays to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 45m. However, there are 7 trains per day covering the 241 km distance.
Yes, you can take the train from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cathays (CYS) and London Stansted Airport

Most Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Cardiff Central to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Cathays (CYS) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cardiff
Arrival train stations in London
CathaysCathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LUParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre

TrainCardiff Central - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Treherbert, Cardiff Central - Pontypridd, Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff Central - Radyr, Radyr - Radyr · 6m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
BusC1 · 16m · every ~8 min

Cathays train station facilities and services

Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Cathays.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cathays: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Travelodge.

More options for your journey from Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Most popular trains to and from London Stansted Airport and Cathays (CYS)

HomeTrainsTrain Times to London Stansted Airport Cathays (CYS) to London Stansted Airport train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone