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Compare 3 ways to go from Cardiff to Stansted

Average PriceUS$27 - US$64Average Duration6h 22m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$171 - US$171Average Duration5h 56m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$28 - US$29Average Duration2h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to Stansted

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cardiff to Stansted: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$171
Average train trip duration5h 56m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure7:45am
Distance242 km
Latest train departure4:45pm

Cardiff to Stansted Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Stansted

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Stansted cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cardiff to Stansted is US$171. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Stansted 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Cardiff to Stansted?

    A train trip between Cardiff and Stansted is around 5h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Cardiff and Stansted?

    The number of trains from Cardiff to Stansted can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cardiff to Stansted by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Stansted, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Cardiff and Stansted, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cardiff to Stansted, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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