Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport bus

Fri 25 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 25 Sept

Cheapest price on 25 Sept

£27

Average ticket price on 25 Sept

£43

Fastest journey on 25 Sept

3 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 25 Sept

3 h 42 m

Buses on 25 Sept

26

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

On Fri 25 Sept, we found 26 buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport, including 8 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National Express
    1:003h35
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    4:35Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    3:303h45
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    7:15Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    5:454h05
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    9:50Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    7:304h25
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    11:55Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    9:304h20
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    13:50Coach Station
    £271One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Thursday 24 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express17:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h10
21:10 Coach Station1 change
National Express18:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h25
22:25 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express19:40 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3h30
23:10 Coach Station1 change
National Express20:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h40
1:25 Coach Station1 change
Friday 25 September
National Express1:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3h35
4:35 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express3:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h20
7:45 Coach Station1 change
National Express3:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3h45
7:15 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express4:10 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h45
8:55 Coach Station1 change
National Express5:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h05
9:50 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express6:25 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h10
10:35 Coach Station1 change
National Express6:35 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h15
10:50 Coach Station1 change
National Express7:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h25
11:55 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express7:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h35
12:25 Coach Station1 change
National Express8:05 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h15
12:20 Coach Station1 change
National Express9:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h20
13:50 Coach Station0 changesdirect
National Express9:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h40
14:25 Coach Station1 change
National Express10:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
3h35
13:50 Coach Station1 change
National Express11:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
5h10
16:10 Coach Station1 change
National Express11:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM)
4h30
16:00 Coach Station0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport

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Take a bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport and enjoy the approximately 161 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 20:45.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
161 km
First bus
1:00
Last bus
20:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport with National Express. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£27
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted, London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport leaves at 20:45.
When taking a coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted, London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Stansted, London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Stansted, London Stansted Airport including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Stansted, London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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