How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Stansted?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Stansted start at R 461. The average price for this route is around R 535. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cardiff to Stansted?

The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Stansted is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Stansted route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Stansted?

The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Stansted at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:58.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted?

A bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Cardiff to Stansted from R 428 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	18:13	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 7m	00:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	18:58	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 2m	01:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	04:30	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:58	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 27m	21:25	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	09:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	09:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:00	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:00	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 8 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	09:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	09:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:00	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	06:05	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 5m	12:10	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 9 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:30	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	18:58	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 2m	01:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	04:30	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Stansted on 10 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	18:13	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 7m	00:20	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	09:40	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	05:25	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:19 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

238 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 461 - R 1 050	Average duration6h 31m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 793 - R 5 556	Average duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 305 - R 482	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Stansted?

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
Visit page
B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
Visit page
D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK
E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK
F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK

Stops in Stansted

A
London Stansted Airport

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 461

National Express Cardiff Stansted recent customer reviews

Bus was late and almost made me miss my layover

Rebecca J.

20 February 2024

Excellent driver. Managed to get a nap due to the smooth motion of the bus

Debbie W.

14 November 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Stansted by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Stansted?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Stansted start at R 461. The average price for this route is around R 535. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cardiff to Stansted?
The average bus journey time from Cardiff to Stansted is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 241 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Stansted route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Stansted?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Stansted at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:58.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/02

R 622

03/02

R 426

Today

R 460

05/02

R 551

06/02

R 553

07/02

R 553

08/02

R 460

09/02

R 461

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Stansted was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 426

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 426 to R 1 069 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 460, which is on 2026-02-08.