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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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37

train journeys
per day

97

miles (157 kms)

2hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:19 / 01:17

first / last train

9

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport , with 9 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Stansted Airport is approximately 97 miles (157 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:19
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    08:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:30
    3 hrs 2 changes
    08:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    09:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:57
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    11:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:57
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:22
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    13:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:22
    3 hrs 19 mins Direct
    15:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street to Stansted Airport

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 9 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Stansted Airport

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Stansted Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.