Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Stansted on 7 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:21	Birmingham New Street	3h 19m	11:40	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	15:22	Birmingham New Street	3h 25m	18:47	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Stansted on 8 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:21	Birmingham New Street	3h 19m	11:40	Stansted London Airport (STN)	CheapestFastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	15:22	Birmingham New Street	3h 25m	18:47	Stansted London Airport (STN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:18 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Stansted

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Stansted. The journey takes about 3 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just SGD 31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 21mAverage duration

162 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSGD 23 - SGD 135	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSGD 31 - SGD 195	Average duration3h 21m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at SGD 31

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Stansted by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Stansted?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Stansted start from SGD 31. The average price for this train route is around SGD 35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Stansted?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Stansted is 3h 21m, covering a distance of 162 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Stansted route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Stansted?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Stansted departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/10

SGD 49

06/10

SGD 48

Today

SGD 49

08/10

SGD 48

09/10

SGD 29

10/10

No data

11/10

No data

12/10

SGD 37

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Stansted was searched and found on 9 Oct 2026 with a price of SGD 29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Stansted as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from SGD 29 to SGD 49 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Stansted based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 29, which is on 2026-10-09.