Birmingham Airport to Birmingham City Centre Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Everything for your Birmingham Airport to Birmingham city centre transfer in one place: distance and journey time, fixed fares per vehicle, the meeting point in arrivals and the return trip.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 16 miles (26 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 30 minutes; weekday rush hours, Friday afternoons and bank holiday weekends can add a good deal more. The usual route is the A45 Coventry Road west into the city, reaching New Street, Brindleyplace or the Jewellery Quarter in about 30 minutes.
About Birmingham city centre
Typical addresses are hotels around New Street and Grand Central, Brindleyplace and the ICC, the Mailbox, the Jewellery Quarter and the university at Edgbaston. Concerts at the arena and events at the ICC can slow the last stretch in the evening.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £46
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £64
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £78
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £124
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £138
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. The exact fixed price for your date and address is shown on the booking form before you pay, and does not change with traffic.
Meeting your driver at Birmingham Airport
We follow your flight's real landing time, so an early or late arrival is no problem. The driver meets you in the arrivals hall on the ground floor, holding a sign with your name, helps with the luggage and walks you to the car. Waiting is free for 60 minutes from landing, and parking is included. Birmingham has a single terminal, with the arrivals hall on the ground floor. The free Air-Rail Link connects it to Birmingham International station and the NEC.
Going back to the airport
Going back, a pickup about 2.5 hours before a short-haul departure is a safe choice from Birmingham city centre (add an hour for long-haul): it leaves roughly 2 hours at Birmingham Airport once you arrive. The driver collects you from your door and drops you at departures. Booking "Return" covers both legs and takes a discount off the return.
More information
See our Birmingham Airport transfers guide. Related routes: Birmingham Airport to Coventry and Birmingham Airport to Stratford-upon-Avon.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Birmingham Airport to Birmingham city centre?
About 16 miles (26 km).
How long does the journey take?
Around 30 minutes when the roads are clear. Rush hour and holiday weekends add time.
How much is a taxi from Birmingham Airport to Birmingham city centre?
From about £46 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £78 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
Where will the driver meet me?
In the arrivals hall on the ground floor, holding a sign with your name. Waiting is free for 60 minutes after landing.
Are child seats available?
Yes. Child and booster seats are free; add the ages in the booking notes.
