Taking the train from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

Ready to book a trip from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

Ready to book tickets from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet typically run US$103.72.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit US$42.

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to US$39.

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet departure frequency and train timetable

With 40 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 20 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:19 and the last one is at 23:10. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:22, with the last one at 23:00.

Train travel time and distance from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 42 minutes. The total distance travelled is 157 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet?

You can secure tickets for travel between Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your trip to Stansted Mountfitchet

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Birmingham and Stansted Mountfitchet by train?

The train journey from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet covers 157 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$103.72. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically US$42. Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost US$39.

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet?

Tickets for travel between Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet are available 5 months before departure.

How long does the train take from Birmingham to Stansted Mountfitchet?

The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 42 minutes.