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Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village
Open-air living history attraction recreating an 11th-century motte-and-bailey castle and village. One of the area’s signature heritage visits.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 8 buses that leave Birmingham for Stansted Mountfitchet on Fri, Jul 10, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. 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 bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet costing on average $91 (€75).
Other travel options to Stansted Mountfitchet take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 57m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 5h37 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 PM Birmingham | 4h40 | 5:40 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Birmingham | 6h10 | 1:00 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Birmingham | 6h45 | 2:25 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Birmingham | 6h00 | 1:45 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Birmingham | 6h00 | 2:45 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Birmingham | 4h35 | 10:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Birmingham | 4h15 | 1:00 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Stansted Mountfitchet — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stansted Mountfitchet trip today.
Open-air living history attraction recreating an 11th-century motte-and-bailey castle and village. One of the area’s signature heritage visits.
One of Britain’s leading aviation museums, with historic aircraft, hangars, and military exhibitions close to Stansted Mountfitchet.
Large toy museum beside the castle, displaying dolls, model railways, teddy bears, and mechanical toys across many eras.
National Trust medieval royal hunting forest with lakes, woodland walks, and broad open landscapes near the village.
Pleasant historic part of the village around the restored windmill, popular for short walks and local character.
Area around the castle that gives some of the village’s strongest heritage atmosphere and easy access to key sights.
A classic English Sunday roast with roasted beef, crisp potatoes, vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding; widely loved across Essex and the surrounding region.
Battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce; a staple British comfort dish commonly found in local pubs and takeaways.
A traditional pub meal of cheese, bread, pickles, salad, and chutney; strongly associated with the English countryside and casual local dining.
An established local restaurant known for grilled meats, generous portions, and a smart but approachable setting close to the village centre.
A popular wine bar and restaurant offering modern British and Mediterranean-leaning dishes in a cosy, polished atmosphere.
A well-known traditional pub in the village centre, popular for classic British pub food, Sunday roasts, and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Generally moderate for visitors. Village costs are typical for southeast England, while airport-area food and taxis cost more.
Service is often included only at some restaurants. If not included, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up taxis. No tip needed for counter service.
Taking buses from Birmingham to Stansted is very convenient with 24 National Express coach services traveling the route every day. The first departure is at 1:00 a.m. and the last service leaves at 9:30 p.m. The fastest bus makes the journey in 3 hours, while the slowest takes 5 hours and 20 minutes. About half of the buses are direct with most of the others requiring a change at Golders Green in London. A few involve a change at London Victoria train station.
Departure Station: Buses to Stansted depart from Birmingham Coach Station located on Mill Lane, some 5 minutes walk from city landmarks such as Birmingham Bullring at St Martin's Square and New Street train station. Frequent local bus services from all around the city terminate at the coach station.
Arrival Station: Buses from Birmingham arrive at the Coach Station on Bishop's Stortford at Stansted Airport just outside the terminal building. From there it's a five-minute walk to the International Departure Lounge.
All buses from Birmingham to Stansted depart from Birmingham Coach Station, and they have a second stop at Birmingham International Airport. The Coach Station is in the Digbeth area of the city, just to the south of the centre, not far from Birmingham New Street Station. It is served by local buses from Solihull, the NEC and Fordbridge, as well as Coventry. For those living in northern Birmingham, the airport stop may be more convenient.
Since the late 1960s, Stansted has been London's third largest airport and is the home of many of the budget airlines that fly to Mediterranean destinations. Buses from Birmingham to London drop passengers off directly outside the main departure terminal, right next to Stansted overground station, which may be useful for onward travel. If you have time to spare, local attractions include the fascinating ancient village of Stansted Mountfitchet, with its castle, Toy Museum and a range of pubs to choose from.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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