London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Showing times and prices for Jul 21

Cheapest price

$54

Average price

$94

Fastest journey

2 h 41 m

Average duration

2 h 41 m

Trains per day

32

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

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 $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.

Fast trains

Of the 32 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Birmingham New Street (BHM) on Mon, Jul 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .

On Mon, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.

CrossCountryC23516
11:27AM3h11
Stansted Airport (SSD)
02:38PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$541One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23519
12:27PM3h11
Stansted Airport (SSD)
03:38PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$541One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23531
04:27PM3h11
Stansted Airport (SSD)
07:38PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$541One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23525
02:27PM3h11
Stansted Airport (SSD)
05:38PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$541One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountryC23513
10:27AM3h11
Stansted Airport (SSD)
01:38PMBirmingham New Street (BHM)
$541One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 100 miles (161 km)

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€52

Average price

€34

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3h 44m

Average total duration

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3h 14m

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30m

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4h 41m

Average total duration

4h 11m

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30m

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Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
100 miles (161 km)
Average train duration
3h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$23 (€18)
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 41m
First train
05:00
Last train
21:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and Chiltern Railways from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains

Buy your official CrossCountry, Virgin Trains and Chiltern Railways train tickets to Birmingham New Street (BHM) from London Stansted Airport (STN) from $28 (€23) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

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CrossCountry from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 11 min
  • Cheapest Price: $28
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
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Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street (BHM)

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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
Lockers
  • You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
Shopping
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • All Bar One
  • Leon
  • Caffè Nero
  • Five Guys
  • Krispy Kreme
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Upper Crust
  • Wasabi
  • Starbucks
  • Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
  • Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
  • Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
Lounge
  • 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
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
  • 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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