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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

Showing times and prices for 19 Jan

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

3 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h

Buses per day

27

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

Of the 27 buses that leave Birmingham for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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 ExpressNX400 · NXA8
20:456h00
Birmingham, Coach Station
02:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£321One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NXA8
18:155h35
Birmingham, Coach Station
23:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£321One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NXA6
19:406h45
Birmingham, Coach Station
02:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£321One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NXA6
08:054h45
Birmingham, Coach Station
12:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£351One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX400 · NXA6
16:004h40
Birmingham, Coach Station
20:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£351One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 157 km

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Train

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

4h 25m

Average total duration

3h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet coaches for today, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 17:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:40 Birmingham
4h30
23:10 Stansted Mountfitchet0 changesdirect
national_express19:45 Birmingham
6h10
01:55 Stansted Mountfitchet0 changesdirect
Monday 19 January
national_expressNX777
On time
01:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h35
04:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX72802:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
6h10
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
03:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h45
07:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX728
Delayed
12:00 04:10Birmingham, Coach Station
4h45
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX72804:40 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
5h55
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
05:45 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h05
09:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX400 · NXA6
On time
06:35 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h45
11:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX727
On time
07:10 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
5h15
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
07:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h25
11:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX727
Delayed
12:00 07:50Birmingham, Coach Station
4h35
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NXA6
On time
08:05 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h45
12:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX210 · NX727
On time
09:00 Birmingham, Hagley Road West
5h25
14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
09:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h20
13:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX210 · NX727
Delayed
12:00 09:45Birmingham, Coach Station
4h40
14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX400 · NXA6
On time
10:15 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h35
14:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
11:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h15
15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX550 · NXA6
On time
13:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h40
17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX409 · NX727
On time
13:15 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h45
19:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h05
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX400 · NXA6
On time
16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h40
20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX590 · NXA6
On time
17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h50
21:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h25
22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX550 · NXA8
On time
18:50 Birmingham, Coach Station
6h10
01:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX550 · NXA8
On time
21:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h45
03:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Buses from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 4h 25m.

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
157 km
Average bus duration
3h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
27
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:55
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 to Stansted MountfitchetYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet with National Express for as low as £19. 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 Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
27 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.
Learn more about National Express

Buses from Birmingham to Stansted

Taking buses from Birmingham to Stansted is very convenient with 24 National Express coach services travelling the route every day. The first departure is at 1:00 a.m. and the last service leaves at 9:30 p.m. The fastest bus makes the journey in 3 hours, while the slowest takes 5 hours and 20 minutes. About half of the buses are direct with most of the others requiring a change at Golders Green in London. A few involve a change at London Victoria train station.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Birmingham to Stansted?

Departure Station: Buses to Stansted depart from Birmingham Coach Station located on Mill Lane, some 5 minutes walk from city landmarks such as Birmingham Bullring at St Martin's Square and New Street train station. Frequent local bus services from all around the city terminate at the coach station.

Arrival Station: Buses from Birmingham arrive at the Coach Station on Bishop's Stortford at Stansted Airport just outside the terminal building. From there it's a five-minute walk to the International Departure Lounge.

Taking the Bus from Birmingham

All buses from Birmingham to Stansted depart from Birmingham Coach Station, and they have a second stop at Birmingham International Airport. The Coach Station is in the Digbeth area of the city, just to the south of the centre, not far from Birmingham New Street Station. It is served by local buses from Solihull, the NEC and Fordbridge, as well as Coventry. For those living in northern Birmingham, the airport stop may be more convenient.

Getting into Stansted by Bus

Since the late 1960s, Stansted has been London's third largest airport and is the home of many of the budget airlines that fly to Mediterranean destinations. Buses from Birmingham to London drop passengers off directly outside the main departure terminal, right next to Stansted overground station, which may be useful for onward travel. If you have time to spare, local attractions include the fascinating ancient village of Stansted Mountfitchet, with its castle, Toy Museum and a range of pubs to choose from.

FAQs: Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet coach time is 3 h 45 min   covering the 97 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 03: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet without having to change trains with National Express. There are 8 direct coaches from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Stansted Mountfitchet from Birmingham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Stansted Mountfitchet from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet

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    Stansted Mountfitchet
    Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Mill Lane
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
    • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street

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