What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bury St Edmunds via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Stanstead?

The distance between Birmingham and Stanstead is 159 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 4h 18m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Birmingham to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stanstead train from?

Birmingham to Stanstead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Stanstead train arrive?

Birmingham to Stanstead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Stanstead is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Birmingham to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 492+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Birmingham to Stanstead - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Stanstead by train or car

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Bury St Edmundstrain Peterborough - Ipswich / ...
4h 18m
£104–154
Drive 126 mi
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1. Drive from Birmingham to Stansteadcar 126 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
5h 51m
£93–138

Birmingham to Stanstead by train and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.4 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Stanstead via Peterborough and Bury St Edmunds in around 4h 18m.

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