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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff from various bus operators like National Express or Greater Anglia for the next days.
today
from £27
tomorrow
from £19
Tuesday
from £22
Wednesday
from £20
Thursday
from £19
Friday
from £20
Saturday
from £19

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    20:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    01:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    5h 35m
    0
    22:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    03:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • Greater Anglia
    5h 37m
    0
    05:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:22
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    £121
  • Greater Anglia
    5h 42m
    0
    05:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:27
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    0
    Greater Anglia
    Economy
    £121
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff via Bristol, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 55m
      0
      11:30
      London Stansted Airport
      London Stansted Airport
      16:45
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 30m
      0
      16:55
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      18:25
      Cardiff
      Lloyd George Avenue
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    06:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    13:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    15:25
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    21:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    17:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 59m
    0
    18:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:59
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    20:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    01:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:20
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    12:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    18:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    17:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    19:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    03:15
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    19:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    07:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    14:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    03:15
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:20
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    12:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    18:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    07:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    14:00
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    19:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    00:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    12:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    18:30
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    14:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:25
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    17:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    20:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    01:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    5h 45m
    0
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    06:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    13:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    17:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    5h 59m
    0
    18:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:59
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    20:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    02:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 45m
    0
    21:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    03:55
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    08:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    14:10
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 5m
    0
    11:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21
  • National Express
    6h 10m
    0
    11:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £21

Frequency of bus connections between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff

See here how frequent the connections between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 23 daily coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 50 coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff, with only 14 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff

Compare all providers like National Express and Greater Anglia that travel 20 times every day by bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 5h 10m
Earliest Coach 04:45
Latest Coach 23:40
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 239.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and Greater Anglia

Cheapest coach connections from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

Every day, 20 buses from 2 coach companies leave London Stansted Airport for Cardiff: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 23/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 17/03
Tuesday 18/03
Wednesday 19/03
Thursday 20/03
Friday 21/03
Saturday 22/03
Sunday 23/03
£27
Monday 24/03
£19
Tuesday 25/03
£22
Wednesday 26/03
£20
Thursday 27/03
£19
Friday 28/03
£20
Saturday 29/03
£19
Sunday 30/03
£19
Monday 31/03
£19
Tuesday 01/04
£20
Wednesday 02/04
£19
Thursday 03/04
Friday 04/04
£23
Saturday 05/04
£23
Sunday 06/04
£23
Monday 07/04
£23
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 09/04
£23
Thursday 10/04
£23
Friday 11/04
£23
Saturday 12/04
£23
Sunday 13/04

The cheapest time to travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £27.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, with £19. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

These are the most booked bus companies between London Stansted Airport to Cardiff from our users.

National Express from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route London Stansted Airport to Cardiff:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 5h 10m
Earliest Coach 04:45
Last Coach 23:40
Daily Connections 19 Ø
Found on 22/03/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Stansted Airport and Cardiff

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Stansted Airport and Cardiff.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff? Or which bus companies serve the route London Stansted Airport to Cardiff? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London Stansted Airport to Cardiff bus

How much does a London Stansted Airport - Cardiff coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Stansted Airport - Cardiff route is available from £19 and takes 6h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?

The connection London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £121. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the London Stansted Airport - Cardiff route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cardiff from London Stansted Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff is provided by National Express and takes 5h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £59. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?

The earliest bus to Cardiff departs from London Stansted Airport at 04:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff?

The latest bus to Cardiff departs from London Stansted Airport at 23:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the London Stansted Airport - Cardiff route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff can travel with National Express and Greater Anglia. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff?

You can check all the direct connections between London Stansted Airport and Cardiff by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: National Express and Greater Anglia.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cardiff from London Stansted Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the London Stansted Airport Cardiff bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Stansted Airport Cardiff bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from London Stansted Airport to Cardiff on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Stansted Airport to Cardiff

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to London Stansted Airport and to Cardiff

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to London Stansted Airport and to Cardiff. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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