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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for London Stansted Airport on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
8:33 AM2h50Birmingham International Airport11:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$531One-way0 transfers- 3:58 PM2h44Birmingham International Airport6:42 PMLondon Stansted Airport$541One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM2h43Birmingham International Airport11:11 AMLondon Stansted Airport$921One-way0 transfers
8:13 AM3h56Birmingham International Airport12:09 PMLondon Stansted Airport$951One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM2h43Birmingham International Airport11:11 AMLondon Stansted Airport$921One-way0 transfers
- 3:58 PM2h44Birmingham International Airport6:42 PMLondon Stansted Airport$541One-way0 transfers
- 8:33 AM2h50Birmingham International Airport11:23 AMLondon Stansted Airport$531One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM3h56Birmingham International Airport12:09 PMLondon Stansted Airport$951One-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 prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport costing on average $80 (€64).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
Tickets start at around $80 (€64) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.97 (€-31.95). The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W02464+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+ P46662 | 5:41 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h42 | 8:23 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W02463+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P46674 | 6:00 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h39 | 8:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L02271+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P46698 | 6:16 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h53 | 9:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
 W05639 · W06351+C90754+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street | 6:25 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 4h12 | 10:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 transfers | |
| W02457+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P46722 | On time 6:58 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 2h41 | 9:39 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
 C72466+C90757+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P46800 | On time 7:13 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 3h54 | 11:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
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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 CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 15:58. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 3:58 PM |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Birmingham International Airport to London Stansted Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and London Stansted Airport from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains 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 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.
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