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Stansted Airport to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Stansted Airport to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CAD 21.20, with average prices for this route around CAD 121.94. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Mon, Aug 25
    From CAD 23.34
  • Tue, Aug 26
    From CAD 23.34
  • Wed, Aug 27
    From CAD 23.34
  • Thu, Aug 28
    From CAD 23.34
  • Fri, Aug 29
    From CAD 21.20
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From CAD 23.34
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From CAD 23.34
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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15:15
Stansted Airport
18:52
Birmingham New Street
3h 37m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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15:15
Stansted Airport
19:04
Birmingham Moor Street
3h 49m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaChiltern Railways
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15:45
Stansted Airport
19:35
Birmingham Moor Street
3h 50m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaChiltern Railways
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16:15
Stansted Airport
19:52
Birmingham New Street
3h 37m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaAvanti West Coast
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16:15
Stansted Airport
20:04
Birmingham Moor Street
3h 49m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaChiltern Railways
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16:45
Stansted Airport
20:39
Paris
3h 54m, Changes requiredGreater AngliaChiltern Railways
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Stansted Airport to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:30
Last train
Last train
23:14
Departure station
Departure station
Stansted Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
3h 22m
Distance
Distance
162 km
Price
Price
CAD 21.20*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Stansted Airport to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stansted Airport to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Stansted Airport to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stansted Airport to Birmingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Stansted Airport to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.