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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Birmingham every day 5 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 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 157 km
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX728 · NX210 | 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h35 | 22:50 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX210 | 19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h20 | 02:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 02:20 Stansted Mountfitchet | 5h35 | 07:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham run on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 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 3h 50m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted Mountfitchet to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Stansted to Birmingham
National Express provides the coaches from Stansted to Birmingham Coach Station. Over twenty coaches leave daily, at approximately one to two-hour intervals. The direct distance is just over 120 miles. The journey takes between four and five hours.
Which coach companies travel from Stansted to Birmingham?
National Express is the sole provider of coach services between Stansted Airport and Birmingham Coach Station. Passengers can book tickets for the coaches on the Stansted-Birmingham route online from Omio.
How long is the coach from Stansted to Birmingham?
Depending on whether passengers are required to change, the journey between Stansted and Birmingham takes between four and five hours. The shortest journey runs directly between the airport and Birmingham City. However, a number of the services require changes at Golders Green, Victoria Coach Station or Heathrow Airport. Passengers can connect to the service at Golders Green and Victoria Coach Station via scheduled London bus and Underground services.
How many coaches are there from Stansted to Birmingham?
Twenty-two coaches leave Stansted daily for Birmingham. The earliest bus leaves at 6:00 a.m. and the latest leaves at 1:00 a.m. The buses arrive at Birmingham coach station, for which there is no specified closing time. The most expensive tickets are required for coaches leaving Stansted in the mid-morning to noon, while the least expensive tickets are available for very early in the morning, between 4:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. However, these seats require passengers to change at the destinations outlined above.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stansted to Birmingham?
Departure coach station: The coach and bus station at Stansted Airport is just a brief, two-minute walk away from the air terminal building. Facilities there include a newsagent, a coffee shop, toilets and pay phones.
Arrival coach station: Birmingham Coach Station is open 24 hours daily. It is situated in Digbeth, an area in the centre of the city. On arrival, passengers will find bathrooms and pay phones, a restaurant and newsagents, cash dispensing facilities, WiFi and charging points. It is easy to travel to the city centre by taxi and the number 3 bus, which connects Digbeth with the city centre.
FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham
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WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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