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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$44
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$49
Fastest journey on Aug 29
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 50 m
Buses on Aug 29
3
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 3 buses from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
7:15 AM3h35Birmingham International Airport10:50 AMLondon Stansted Airport$441One-way0 transfers- 2:25 PM4h20Birmingham International Airport6:45 PMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM3h35Birmingham International Airport11:50 AMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
- 8:15 AM3h35Birmingham International Airport11:50 AMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM3h35Birmingham International Airport10:50 AMLondon Stansted Airport$441One-way0 transfers
- 2:25 PM4h20Birmingham International Airport6:45 PMLondon Stansted Airport$511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, while a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport costing on average $100 (€81).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
You'll arrive about -2h -41m sooner (3h 44m by bus vs 2h 3m by car) and save roughly $-26.96 (€-21.73) compared to fuel and tolls ($67 (€54) vs $40 (€32)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 AM Birmingham International Airport | 3h35 | 10:50 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Birmingham International Airport | 3h35 | 11:50 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:25 PM Birmingham International Airport | 4h20 | 6:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $40 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport by bus. 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 bus, 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.
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- 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.
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