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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€25
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€73
Fastest journey on Aug 30
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
3 h 3 m
Trains on Aug 30
19
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
XC063300 · G008191:47 PM3h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€251One-way1 transfer- XC062000 · G008253:07 PM4h33Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€251One-way1 transfer
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P66446+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale12:21 PM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€601One-way2 transfers- W33176+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P6641010:30 AM3h25Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€641One-way2 transfers
- W33241+P66428+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale11:47 AM2h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€681One-way2 transfers
- W33241+P66428+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale11:47 AM2h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€681One-way2 transfers
- W33342+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P664701:21 PM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€751One-way2 transfers
- W33225+P66446+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale12:21 PM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€601One-way2 transfers
- C01300+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P664922:21 PM3h02Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€681One-way2 transfers
Y80799+W33368+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P6642211:06 AM3h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)€971One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, while a train costs an average of €66.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m 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 to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport costing on average €66.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-21.56. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 2h 15m 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 to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33575+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66403 | On time 10:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 1:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33686+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66415 | On time 11:17 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 2:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33450+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66421 | On time 11:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h02 | 2:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33555+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66427 | On time 11:47 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 2:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33776+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66439 | On time 12:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h52 | 3:09 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33443+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66445 | On time 12:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h03 | 3:24 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33567+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66451 | On time 12:47 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h56 | 3:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33693+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66463 | On time 1:17 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 4:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| W33312+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66362 | 8:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h29 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
 L38470+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66368 | 8:28 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h42 | 12:10 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L38772+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66386 | 8:46 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 4h09 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33035+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66374 | 8:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h32 | 12:23 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L38536+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66392 | 9:12 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h55 | 1:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33206+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale+P66392 | 9:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h37 | 1:07 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| L38492+Tube from London Marylebone to London Liverpool Street+P66404 | 9:42 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 3h55 | 1:37 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W33176+P66410+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Hale | 10:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h25 | 1:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:19, the last at 12:47. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:19 AM |
Last train 12:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains 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: Trains from Birmingham to London Stansted Airport
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
Popular train stations from Birmingham to 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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