Birmingham Airport to Central London Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Landing at Birmingham Airport and heading for Central London? A private transfer takes you from the arrivals hall to the door in about 2 hours 35 minutes, at a price fixed before you travel. Below are the distance, the route, the fare for each vehicle and how the pickup works.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 112 miles (180 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 2 hours 35 minutes; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. The drive follows the M42 and the M40 south-east, then the A40 into London, reaching the West End in about 2 hours 35 minutes in normal traffic.
About Central London
Some travellers land at Birmingham when London flights are full, after a diversion, or because the fare was cheaper. A private car takes you straight to your London hotel or home without changing trains at Euston with luggage.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £200
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £280
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £340
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £540
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £600
Each fare covers the whole vehicle, however many seats you fill. Enter your date and address on the booking form to see your exact price before paying; traffic on the day does not change it.
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 4 hours before a short-haul departure is a safe choice from Central London (add an hour for long-haul): it leaves roughly 1 hour 30 minutes 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 Birmingham city centre and Birmingham Airport to Coventry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Birmingham Airport to Central London?
About 112 miles (180 km).
How long does the journey take?
Around 2 hours 35 minutes when the roads are clear. Rush hour and holiday weekends add time.
How much is a taxi from Birmingham Airport to Central London?
From about £200 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £340 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.
