How much does a train ticket cost from Stansted to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to Birmingham start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Stansted to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Stansted to Birmingham is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:25. And the latest train departs at 17:55.

Train Stansted to Birmingham from £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 26 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 20m	18:45	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 27 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	10:38	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	11:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 20m	18:45	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 28 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 43m	12:38	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 43m	11:38	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 43m	11:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	08:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 43m	12:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 43m	13:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 1 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 45m	13:40	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	11:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 44m	15:39	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	09:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 45m	13:40	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	11:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 44m	15:39	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	13:55	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 44m	17:39	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 2 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	10:38	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	11:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 20m	18:45	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Stansted to Birmingham on 4 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	10:38	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	08:28	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 10m	11:38	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:25	Stansted London Airport (STN)	3h 20m	18:45	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 06:23 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Stansted to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage duration

98 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £76	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £161	Average duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £14	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wi‑Fi3.9

Based on 46 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 power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £18

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Stansted to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Stansted to Birmingham start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stansted to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Stansted to Birmingham is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest 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 run on 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 07:25. And the latest train departs at 17:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/02

£29

25/02

£29

Today

£29

27/02

£29

28/02

£29

01/03

£25

02/03

£22

03/03

£18

The cheapest trip from Stansted to Birmingham was searched and found on 3 Mar 2026 with a price of £18

To 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 £18 to £151 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 £18, which is on 2026-03-03.