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Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$202.52
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$34.18–$227.84
Plane from Bristol Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$46.83–$278.47

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$1,012.62–$1,202.49

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$316.44
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to Luton
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$316.44–$1,012.62
Plane from Bristol Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$303.79

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$531.63

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Cardiff Wales Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.58–$531.63

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to London,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

TerraVision UK

Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from Paddington Eastbourne Terrace to London
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$21.52

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Luton Airport Parkway to London
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Paddington Eastbourne Terrace to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$126.58–$392.39
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$49.37

Greater Anglia

Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Stansted Express

Phone:
0345 600 7245
Website:
stanstedexpress.com/
Train from London Liverpool Street to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$26.73–$39.59
Train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.58–$36.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to fly which costs $31.52 - $173.91 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and London Stansted Airport (STN)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at London Stansted Airport via Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and London Stansted Airport (STN) is 254 km. The road distance is 333.9 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to fly from Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN), including transfers and time at the airport.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $31.52 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 4h 34m, you could also bus, which costs $42.39 - $59.78 and takes 8h 17m.

How long is the flight from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

There is no direct flight from Cardiff Wales Airport Airport to London Stansted Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 3h 50m and has one stopover.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is 334 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN).

Which airlines fly from Cardiff Wales Airport Airport to London Stansted Airport Airport?

Loganair, Aer Lingus, KLM and two other airlines offer flights from Cardiff Wales Airport Airport to London Stansted Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near London Stansted Airport (STN)?

There are 382+ hotels available in London Stansted Airport (STN). Prices start at $49.36 per night.
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