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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stansted is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Stansted is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 16m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Ebbsfleet International station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Stansted?

The distance between Birmingham and Stansted is 145 miles. The road distance is 143.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stansted without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 16m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Birmingham to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stansted bus from?

Birmingham to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stansted train from?

Birmingham to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Stansted?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stansted is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 16m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Birmingham to Stansted bus arrive?

Birmingham to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Birmingham to Stansted train arrive?

Birmingham to Stansted train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Stansted is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Birmingham to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17045+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 16m
£70–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030 / ...
5h 5m
£29–60
Drive 142.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Stanstedcar 142.9 mi
2h 52m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 55m
£55–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 48m
£37–82

Birmingham to Stansted by bus, subway, and train

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 19m. West Midlands Trains also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Finchley Road / O2 Centre hourly. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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