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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bury St Edmunds and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Birmingham?

The distance between Stanstead and Birmingham is 159 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Stanstead to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Birmingham train from?

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

Where does the Stanstead to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Birmingham?

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

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3327+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 58m
£105–151
Drive 126.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanstead to Birminghamcar 126.2 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scotchford Bridge to Railway Stationbus 47A
2. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 51m
£93–141

Stanstead to Birmingham by bus and train

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.4 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Ely to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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