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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
29
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 £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 29 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Birmingham 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 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
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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 £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. 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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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m 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, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 07:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 10:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h50 | 16:05 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX210 | Delayed 12:35 10:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h20 | 15:35 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX210 | On time 13:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h30 | 18:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NX727 · NX210 | On time 14:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h30 | 21:25 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX400 | On time 15:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h15 | 21:30 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX400 | On time 15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h45 | 21:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX210 | On time 17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h35 | 22:50 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX400 | On time 17:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h50 | 23:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX728 · NX210 | On time 19:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h30 | 02:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX400 | On time 19:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h20 | 01:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX421 | On time 23:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 5h30 | 05:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NXA8 · NX400 | On time 23:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 9h05 | 08:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
| NX777 | 01:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 4h00 | 05:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NXA6 · NX400 | 02:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h10 | 08:55 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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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 28 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. 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 15m.
Distance 157 km |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
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 £19. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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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