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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
To travel from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 238 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£55 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22795+G24315+P49453 · P46837 | On time 08:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h29 | 11:47 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3 changes | |
| P22795+Tube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+P48302 | On time 08:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h55 | 12:13 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Stansted Mountfitchet from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stansted Mountfitchet by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Stansted Mountfitchet
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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