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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted Airport Station and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Stansted Airport Station and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stansted Airport and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham?

The distance between Stansted Airport Station and Birmingham is 150 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 18m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham bus from?

Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham train from?

Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham train services, operated by Stansted Express, depart from Stansted Airport station.

Train or bus from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham is to train via London which takes 2h 18m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham bus arrive?

Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham train arrive?

Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham train services, operated by Stansted Express, arrive at Tottenham Hale station.

Can I drive from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham?

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Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Tottenham Haletrain Stansted Express
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 18m
£55–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
4h 13m
£27–70
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Stansted Airport Station to Birminghamcar 118.6 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
3h 13m
£85–130

Stansted Airport Station to Birmingham by train and subway

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Distance: 149.2 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street via Tottenham Hale, Tottenham Hale Station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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