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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 30 trains that leave Birmingham for London Stansted Airport every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
G0081412:203h20Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way0 changes- G0080810:223h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way0 changes
- G008057:223h21Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:43Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way0 changes
- G008418:213h19Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£251One-way0 changes
- G008069:223h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:40Stansted Airport (SSD)£251One-way0 changes
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Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale6:052h49Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:54Stansted Airport (SSD)£1491One-way2 changes- W34056+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P662055:502h49Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:39Stansted Airport (SSD)£1491One-way2 changes
- W33937+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P6645012:472h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:37Stansted Airport (SSD)£391One-way2 changes
- W34271+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P6639010:172h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£751One-way2 changes
- W33903+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P6643812:172h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£451One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 161 km
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£37 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33312+P66362+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale | On time 8:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h29 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
 L38470+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66368 | On time 8:28 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h42 | 12:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| L38772+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66386 | On time 8:46 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 4h09 | 12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W33035+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66374 | On time 8:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h27 | 12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| L38536+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66392 | On time 9:12 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h55 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W33206+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66392 | On time 9:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h37 | 13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| L38492+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66404 | On time 9:42 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h55 | 13:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
| W33176+P66410+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale | On time 10:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h28 | 13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 4:19 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and London Stansted Airport from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and London Stansted Airport
Most Birmingham to London Stansted Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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