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Today26 Jun
from US$37
Tomorrow27 Jun
from US$37
Sat28 Jun
Sun29 Jun
Mon30 Jun
Tue1 Jul
from US$29
Wed2 Jul
Thu3 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: 27 June at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: 27 June at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Stansted
    Departure location: London Stansted Airport (STN), Coach station
    Arrival time: 27 June at
    Destination city: Cardiff
    Destination location: Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Roberts Optometrists)
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stansted to Cardiff

Bus
Average priceUS$25 - US$62Average duration6h 10m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$164 - US$325Average duration6h 54m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$17 - US$35Average duration2h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Stansted to Cardiff

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
US$17Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stansted to Cardiff: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration6h 10m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure05:00
Distance150 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Stansted to Cardiff Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cardiff from Stansted, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Stansted - Cardiff

  1. How far is Cardiff from Stansted by coach?

    The journey from Stansted to Cardiff by coach covers an approximate distance of 148 miles (238 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Stansted to Cardiff without a car?

    You can reach Cardiff from Stansted by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/06
US$30
25/06
US$35
Today
US$35
27/06
US$35
28/06
US$26
29/06
No data
30/06
US$27
01/07
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stansted to Cardiff was searched and found on 28 Jun 2025 with a price of US$26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Cardiff as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-06-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Stansted and Cardiff!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Stansted to Cardiff, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Stansted to Cardiff.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Stansted to Cardiff while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Stansted by bus?

Bus from Stansted to Cardiff

You can also go to Cardiff by train

Train from Stansted to Cardiff

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