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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
157 km
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Stansted Mountfitchet every day 3 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 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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.
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 £37.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet coaches for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 18:40 Birmingham | 4h30 | 23:10 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Birmingham | 6h10 | 01:55 Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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 |
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
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
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- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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