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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Birmingham New Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Birmingham New Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Stansted to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Birmingham by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Stansted to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to Birmingham start at $49. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Stansted to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Stansted to Birmingham takes 3h 12m and covers 162 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Stansted to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stansted to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Stansted to Birmingham departs at 7:21am. The latest train departs at 6:21pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $53To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stansted to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $53 to $134 for a train ticket from Stansted to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-12-04.
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