How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Stansted?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cardiff to Stansted start from $29. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Stansted?

The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Stansted is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 150 miles (241 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Stansted route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains 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 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:58pm.

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

A bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Cardiff to Stansted from $26 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	1:40pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	6:13pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 7m	12:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	6:58pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 2m	1:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:58pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 27m	9:25pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	9:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	9:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	9:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	9:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	5h 55m	10:55am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 5m	12:10pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	6:58pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 2m	1:00am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 35m	11:05am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

Next departures for Cardiff to Stansted on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:43pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 22m	8:05pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Cheapest
Bus	6:13pm	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 7m	12:20am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 15m	9:40am	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags
Bus	5:25am	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic)	6h 45m	12:10pm	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Stansted

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

148 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$29 - $65	Average Duration6h 31m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$171 - $339	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $30	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
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,868 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29868 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $29

National Express Cardiff Stansted recent customer reviews

Bus was late and almost made me miss my layover

Rebecca J.

February 20, 2024

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

Debbie W.

November 14, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stansted by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $29. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cardiff to Stansted?
The average bus trip duration from Cardiff to Stansted is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 150 miles (241 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Stansted route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains 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 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:58pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted?
A bus trip from Cardiff to Stansted generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/20

$28

01/21

$28

Today

$40

01/23

$40

01/24

$34

01/25

$34

01/26

$28

01/27

$28

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Stansted was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $28

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 $28 to $65 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 $28 which is on 2026-01-27.