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4 h 4 min
371 km.
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Cardiff, Great Britain → Stanstead, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cardiff to Stanstead

Cheapest
4 h 4 min
Car
371 km.
from $20
Other
5 h 39 min
274 km.
from $232.35
9 h 31 min
273 km.
from $121.96
10 h 20 min
Train, Bus
273 km.
from $323.05

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to London
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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 Ely
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44

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

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Marks
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$21.52

Stephensons of Essex

Phone:
01376 503050
Email:
Website:
stephensonsofessex.com/
Bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.15–$2.78

Mulleys Motorways

Phone:
01284702830
Website:
mulleys.co.uk/
Bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to bus which costs $65.22 - $103.26 and takes 9h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Stanway Close via London Victoria, London Stansted Airport, Osborne Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The distance between Cardiff and Stanstead is 344 km. The road distance is 369 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Cardiff to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stanstead bus from?

Cardiff to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanstead is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $108.70 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $103.26 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stanstead bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stanstead is 369 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 387+ hotels available in Stanstead. Prices start at $54.63 per night.
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