How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff cost?

The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff starts at £20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?

The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff is around , although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 148 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff?

The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?

When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, BlaBlaCar, CrossCountry.

Bus London Stansted Airport to Cardiff from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stansted to Cardiff on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 45m	02:40	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 35m	03:30	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	Fastest
Bus	18:50	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 55m	00:45	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	18:50	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 55m	00:45	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	19:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 45m	01:40	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Cardiff on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:55	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 45m	02:40	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	Cheapest
Bus	06:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 35m	11:35	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	Fastest
Bus	06:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 35m	11:35	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	07:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 55m	12:55	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags
Bus	07:00	London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station	5h 55m	12:55	Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 20/11/2025 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

6h 15mAverage duration

150 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£22 - £49	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£123 - £254	Average duration5h 58m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£20 - £20	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in London Stansted Airport and Cardiff?

Stops in Stansted

A
Stansted London Airport (STN)
Terminal Rd N, Bishop's Stortford CM22 6PL, UK

Stops in Cardiff

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

Official partners

National Express

4/529,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29735 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £22

National Express Stansted Cardiff recent customer reviews

I wish one day you'll make busses only for adults because I was surrounded by three loud children which is on 3,5hrs long journey annoying.

Gabriela K.

21 April 2022

Very good and comfortable ride! The staff was very nice to me and very helpful with my luggage. National express is the bus I always want to take while I'm in Britain.

Maja R.

30 April 2019

Very well organized, politely and helpful

Roy De L.

29 April 2019

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

BlaBlaCar

Companies in United Kingdom:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Amtrak, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar, Intercape

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stansted to Cardiff

How much does a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff cost?
The bus ticket price from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff starts at £20. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?
The average travel time between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff is around , although the fastest bus will take about 2h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 148 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff?
The number of buses from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?
When taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, BlaBlaCar, CrossCountry.