Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct

Cheapest price on 06 Oct

£27

Average ticket price on 06 Oct

£32

Fastest journey on 06 Oct

4 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 06 Oct

6 h 50 m

Buses on 06 Oct

5

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

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 £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

On Tue 06 Oct, we found 5 buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham, including 5 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 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 Express
    7:304h35
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    12:05Birmingham
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    23:509h20
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    9:10Birmingham
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    22:509h20
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    8:10Birmingham
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    1:456h25
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    8:10Birmingham
    £331One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    9:154h30
    Stansted Mountfitchet
    13:45Birmingham
    £391One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham

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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 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 10m.

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
4h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
26
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 days
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

Live departures

Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham coaches for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX727 · NX2104:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h30
10:15 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX4005:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h25
10:25 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX5907:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h50
12:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX4008:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
13:05 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX7779:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
13:30 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA8 · NX5419:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h05
15:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX727 · NX21010:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
15:20 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX77711:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
15:55 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX727 · NX21013:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h55
19:10 Birmingham, Hagley Road West1 change
National ExpressNX77713:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h25
16:55 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX737 · NX54114:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h15
19:15 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX727 · NX21014:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h45
21:40 Birmingham, Hagley Road West1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX40015:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
19:45 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX77715:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
20:00 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA6 · NX40016:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
21:25 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA6 · NX40016:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
21:45 Birmingham, Hagley Road West1 change
National ExpressNX77717:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h10
21:40 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNXA6 · NX54117:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
22:15 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX728 · NX21019:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h10
0:35 Birmingham, Hagley Road West1 change
National ExpressNX77719:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h05
23:35 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX77721:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h50
1:20 Birmingham, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX737 · NX42222:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
2:30 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX42123:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h30
5:00 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX40023:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
9h20
9:10 Birmingham, Coach Station1 change
Tuesday 6 October
National Express1:45 Stansted Mountfitchet
6h25
8:10 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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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 £15. 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
3h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
£15
National Express frequency
26 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.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining sit below London, while local transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual eats.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10%. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham is £40; 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham is 3h 10m to travel the 157 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Stansted Mountfitchet , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station . When arriving in Birmingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham:
  • 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham

Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Stansted Mountfitchet
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham

Which Birmingham station do buses from Stansted Mountfitchet arrive at?

Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Birmingham most often arrive at Birmingham, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Hagley Road West, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Birmingham arrival station.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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.

Most popular buses to and from Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet

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