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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead is to bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 6h 4m.

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 bus between Birmingham and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Stanway Close via Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

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 Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

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 which takes 4h 11m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Birmingham to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stanstead bus from?

Birmingham to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

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.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stanstead is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Birmingham to Stanstead bus arrive?

Birmingham to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Stanstead train arrive?

Birmingham to Stanstead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ely 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 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 11m
£104–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
6h 4m
£15–25
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Stansteadcar 126 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Hospital Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
5h 52m
£80–116
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Parksidebus 777
2. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 13A / ...
7h 14m
£27–62

Birmingham to Stanstead by bus and foot

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Distance: 158.4 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Ely hourly. Tickets cost £65–90 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Stanway Close via Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 4m.

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