The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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 station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 157 km
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£62 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:52 Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h56 | 08:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Abellio Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 09:52. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 09:52 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
