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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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31

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

00:30 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 47 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:30
    7 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    08:04
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:06
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:07
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:45
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Stansted Airport
    Cardiff Central
    Stansted Airport to Cardiff Central

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

First class tickets on trains between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Stansted Airport & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Stansted Airport and Cardiff Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.