Birmingham Airport to Stratford-upon-Avon Transfer: Fixed Fares and How the Pickup Works
A private car from Birmingham Airport to Stratford-upon-Avon is a drive of about 45 minutes in normal traffic. This page covers the route, what each vehicle costs, where your driver meets you and how to time the journey back.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 28 miles (45 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 45 minutes; leave extra time in the morning and evening peaks, on Fridays and before bank holidays. The drive follows the M42 south and the M40 to junction 15, then the A46 into Stratford-upon-Avon, in about 45 minutes.
About Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford is the most visited town in Warwickshire: Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and riverside hotels. There is no direct train from the airport, so a car is much quicker, especially with luggage.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £65
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £91
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £111
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £176
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £195
You pay per car, not per passenger. Your exact fixed price appears on the booking form as soon as you add your address and date, and it stays the same whatever the traffic.
Meeting your driver at Birmingham Airport
Your driver tracks the flight and waits in the arrivals hall on the ground floor with your name on a sign. The first 60 minutes after landing are free and airport parking is already in the price, so a long passport or baggage queue costs you nothing. 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
For the journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham Airport, most travellers book a pickup about 3 hours before a short-haul flight and an hour earlier for long-haul. After the drive of about 45 minutes, that leaves around 2 hours 15 minutes at the airport for check-in, bag drop and security. Choose "Return" on the booking form to reserve both journeys at once, with a discount on the second.
More information
See our Birmingham Airport transfers guide. Related routes: Birmingham Airport to Oxford and Birmingham Airport to Central London.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Birmingham Airport to Stratford-upon-Avon?
About 28 miles (45 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 45 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Birmingham Airport to Stratford-upon-Avon?
From about £65 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £111 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, free of charge on request.
