Stansted Airport to Selly Oak by train
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:04 | |
| Departure station | Stansted Airport | |
| Arrival station | Selly Oak | |
| Journey time | From 3h 36m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (162 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Stansted Airport to Selly Oak in 3 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Stansted Airport to Selly Oak? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 45 minutes to travel the 101 miles (162 km) from Stansted Airport to Selly Oak by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry to Selly Oak. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Stansted Airport to Selly Oak in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Selly Oak by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Selly Oak
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