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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Stansted
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 52 m
Buses on 05 Sept
20
Distance
161 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Stansted 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 will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 20 buses from Birmingham to Stansted, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m 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 15 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.
NX541 · NXA818:455h35Birmingham, Coach Station0:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£311One-way1 change- NX400 · NXA614:254h25Birmingham, Coach Station18:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£311One-way1 change
- NX400 · NXA619:406h45Birmingham, Coach Station2:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£321One-way1 change
- NX400 · NXA611:554h25Birmingham, Coach Station16:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£341One-way1 change
- NX400 · NXA821:005h45Birmingham, Coach Station2:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£351One-way1 change
- NX7771:003h35Birmingham, Coach Station4:35Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£521One-way0 changes
- NX7773:303h45Birmingham, Coach Station7:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£461One-way0 changes
- NX7776:053h45Birmingham, Coach Station9:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£421One-way0 changes
- NX7777:504h00Birmingham, Coach Station11:50Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£461One-way0 changes
- NX77711:304h15Birmingham, Coach Station15:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Stansted
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stansted among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Stansted is a coach with an average price of £25.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Stansted:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Stansted costing on average £37.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Stansted is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.
Other travel options to Stansted take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 12m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 4h 12m versus 2h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Birmingham to Stansted bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stansted coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX400 · NXA6 | 19:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h45 | 2:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX400 · NXA8 | 21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h45 | 2:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| NX777 | 1:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 4:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | 3:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 7:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX210 · NX728 | 3:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h15 | 8:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 | 6:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 9:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | 7:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 11:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX777 | 9:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 14:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 · NX737 | 9:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h37 | 15:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 | 11:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX400 · NXA6 | 11:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 16:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX737 | 12:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h22 | 17:57 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX409 · NX727 | 13:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h25 | 18:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX400 · NXA6 | 14:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 18:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h45 | 19:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 · NX737 | 16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h32 | 20:32 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX727 | 16:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX590 · NXA6 | 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h20 | 21:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX777 | 18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 · NXA8 | 18:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h35 | 0:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 change | |
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National Express operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Stansted.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Stansted.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Stansted
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Stansted run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 4h 5m.
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 |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 StanstedYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Stansted with National Express for as low as £16. 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
4h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£16
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.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
FAQs: Birmingham to Stansted coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stansted 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Stansted can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Stansted is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Stansted is 4h 5m to travel the 161 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Stansted leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Stansted leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Stansted with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Stansted, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stansted. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport), Walsall, Hatherton Road . When arriving in Stansted , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, Harlow, Temporary Bus Station (Stand D).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Stansted from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Stansted is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Stansted including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Stansted:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Stansted 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.
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 to Stansted.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Stansted:
- 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 to Stansted:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Stansted.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Stansted with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Stansted
Most Birmingham to Stansted buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stansted bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Stansted
Which Birmingham station do buses to Stansted leave from?
Buses from Birmingham to Stansted leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport)Comet Rd, Birmingham B26, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRugeley Trent Valley - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street - Coventry, Birmingham New Street - Northampton, Walsall - London Euston, Birmingham New Street - Milton Keynes Central, Birmingham New Street - Rugby, Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry, Wolverhampton - Birmingham International, Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham International · 14m · £5 · every ~8 min
BusUk920, Uk025 · 25m · £0.90
X1 · 27m · £4 · every ~5 min
X1 · 29m · £4 · every ~5 min
X12 · 1h 10m · £4 · every ~8 min
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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