The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Wed, Jun 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
8:25 AM3h13London Stansted Airport11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$341One-way0 transfers
12:25 PM3h13London Stansted Airport3:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way0 transfers
9:25 AM3h13London Stansted Airport12:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM3h13London Stansted Airport5:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$391One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM3h10London Stansted Airport11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$401One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM3h10London Stansted Airport11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$401One-way0 transfers
9:25 AM3h13London Stansted Airport12:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way0 transfers
12:25 PM3h13London Stansted Airport3:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$381One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM3h13London Stansted Airport5:38 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$391One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM3h13London Stansted Airport11:38 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m 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 London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM):
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Birmingham New Street (BHM) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33935+ P66175+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 8:36 AM 8:09 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h46 | 10:55 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00959 | On time 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 11:38 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34246+ P66199+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 9:10 AM 8:41 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h46 | 11:27 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33964+ P66211+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 9:16 AM 8:55 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h53 | 11:48 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34286+ P66222+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 9:40 AM 9:11 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h46 | 11:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00960 | On time 9:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 12:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33924+ P02916+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 10:10 AM 9:43 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 12:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W33944+ P66255+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | 9:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 12:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
C01372+ P66267+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 10:40 AM 10:11 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h45 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00964 | On time 10:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 1:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33919+ P66289+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 11:10 AM 10:43 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 1:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34238+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ P66300 | Delayed 11:16 AM 10:58 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 1:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34290+ P66314+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 11:40 AM 11:11 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h45 | 1:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00966 | On time 11:25 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 2:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34208+ P02922+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 12:10 PM 11:43 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 2:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34214+ P02924+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 12:16 PM 11:58 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 2:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34292+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ P66363 | Delayed 12:40 PM 12:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h46 | 2:57 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00969 | On time 12:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 3:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66375+ W33962+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | On time 12:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 3:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34232+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ P66381 | Delayed 1:16 PM 12:58 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 3:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
W34289+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ P66387 | Delayed 1:40 PM 1:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 2h45 | 3:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00973 | On time 1:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 4:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66399+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W33938 | On time 1:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 4:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P02926+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W33892 | On time 1:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 4:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P02928+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34287 | On time 2:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h45 | 4:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00974 | On time 2:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 5:38 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66423+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34167 | On time 2:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 5:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P66429+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34116 | On time 2:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h50 | 5:48 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
P66435+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34291 | On time 3:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h48 | 5:59 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
G00977 | On time 3:25 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h20 | 6:45 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P66447+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34135 | On time 3:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h44 | 6:27 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from $23 (€18). 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 London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- 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.
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