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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Birmingham Stations

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48

train journeys
per day

97

miles (157 kms)

2hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

00:30 / 00:52

first / last train

11

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Stansted Airport and Birmingham Stations , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stansted Airport to Birmingham Stations is approximately 97 miles (157 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Stansted Airport to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:30
    7 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:27
    3 hrs 18 mins Direct
    08:45
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    09:38
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    10:38
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:26
    3 hrs 12 mins Direct
    11:38
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    12:38
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 11 mins Direct
    13:38
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Stansted Airport
    Birmingham New Street
    Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Stansted Airport and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Stansted Airport and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stansted Airport and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Stansted Airport to Birmingham Stations

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

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