How to get to Birmingham

Planning a trip to Birmingham? But you don't know how to get there? Vivanoda helps you organise your trip to Birmingham by letting you search and compare the best offers for train, coach and flight.

By train to Birmingham

The train is an economical and ecological way to reach Birmingham. It allows you to easily arrive in the centre of Birmingham and enjoy the sights.

By coach to Birmingham

The long-distance coach is an extremely economical means of transport for a stay in Birmingham. On the other hand, travelling by coach to Birmingham is much slower than travelling by train or plane.

Flights to Birmingham

Flying is the fastest way to get to Birmingham. However, you have to add the time it takes to reach the airport, which is outside the centre of Birmingham. The prices of flights to Birmingham are also often attractive.

Transportation to Birmingham in figures

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United Kingdom
Number of airlines serving Birmingham
28
Number of stations or airports in Birmingham
1 airports
28 stations
3 coach stations
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Why search for tickets to travel to Birmingham with Vivanoda?

When planning a trip to Birmingham, it is important to choose your mode of transport based on your needs, budget, time and comfort. Whether you travel by train, coach or flight, your choice of transport can have a significant impact on the price and quality of your trip to Birmingham. This is why it is important to use a transport and price comparison tool to buy a ticket to Birmingham.

Vivanoda is a handy tool that allows you to quickly find the best travel options to Birmingham in terms of price, time and quality. With Vivanoda you can compare the various train, coach and flight tickets available for your trip to Birmingham. This way you can find the cheapest and most suitable options for your needs.

The most popular routes to Birmingham

We present the most popular routes to Birmingham from all major European cities, whether by train, coach or flight. Whether you want to find the cheapest flight to Birmingham, the fastest train or the most comfortable coach, we have gathered all the information you need to plan your trip to Birmingham with confidence.

Whether you are travelling from London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Manchester or Coventry or another major European city, we compare the different modes of transport to help you choose the best option to get to Birmingham. You will find information on the most popular routes, transport companies, travel times, ticket prices and tips for safe and comfortable travel. We have also included tips on how to save money and find the best fares to Birmingham. Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for the ultimate in comfort, you will find all the options to plan your trip to Birmingham with confidence.

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Travel to Birmingham by train

Where are the train stations in Birmingham?

To reach Birmingham by train, choose from 28 stations, including Birmingham International, Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham Snow Hill, Acocks Green and Adderley Park.

Birmingham International
Station located 7.5 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Birmingham New Street
Station located 0.4 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Birmingham Moor Street
Station located 0.3 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Birmingham Snow Hill
Station located 0.2 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Acocks Green
Station located 3.9 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Adderley Park
Station located 1.6 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Aston
Station located 1.7 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Bournville
Station located 4.1 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Duddeston
Station located 1.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Erdington
Station located 3.9 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Five Ways
Station located 1.2 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Gravelly Hill
Station located 2.8 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Hall Green
Station located 3.8 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Hamstead (Birmingham)
Station located 3.6 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Jewellery Quarter
Station located 0.9 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Kings Norton
Station located 5.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Lea Hall
Station located 4.5 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Longbridge
Station located 7.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Northfield
Station located 6.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Perry Barr
Station located 2.3 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Stechford
Station located 3.5 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Selly Oak
Station located 3.3 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Small Heath
Station located 2.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Spring Road
Station located 3.6 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Tyseley
Station located 3.0 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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University
Station located 2.8 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Witton (West Midlands)
Station located 2.1 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Yardley Wood
Station located 4.6 mi from the centre of Birmingham
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Travel to Birmingham by coach

Tips to find a cheaper coach ticket to Birmingham

While coach travel in itself is an inexpensive way to get to Birmingham, there are always ways to save even more.

Don't wait to book your ticket to Birmingham
When you have found the lowest fare on Vivanoda for your trip to Birmingham from, for example, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Manchester or Coventry, select it and you will be redirected to the carrier's website (MegaBus, National Express and FlixBus). We recommend you book your ticket quickly, as fares can rise quickly!
Be flexible on the date of your trip to Birmingham
If you leave some slack in the date of your trip to Birmingham, you increase your chances of getting a better fare with FlixBus, National Express and MegaBus, especially by avoiding peak periods.
Compare all coach offers to Birmingham
With Vivanoda, you can view, filter and select all offers from MegaBus, National Express and FlixBus in one search. Whether you are travelling from London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Manchester or Coventry, this makes it easier for you to find the ones that best meet your criteria in terms of price, time and duration.

Where are the coach stations in Birmingham?

Here is the list of 3 coach stations (or bus stops) serving the city of Birmingham.

Birmingham
Coach station 0.5 mi from Birmingham
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Birmingham Airport
Coach station 7.1 mi from Birmingham
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Perry Barr
Coach station 3.0 mi from Birmingham
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Fly to Birmingham

Some tips for cheap flights to Birmingham

To optimise your chances of finding a flight to Birmingham with the best value for money, there are a few rules to follow. We remind you of them here.

Watch out for promotions.
Airlines like Thomas Cook Airlines UK, Swiss International Airlines, Thomson Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ryanair regularly offer interesting promotions on social networks or other means of communication.
Compare prices for flights to Vivanoda
Using a flight aggregator like Vivanoda ensures you have a wide choice of flights to Birmingham and optimises your chances of finding the best flight with airlines like Norwegian Air Shuttle, Monarch Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM and Icelandair.
Prefer to travel with low-cost airlines
By choosing low-cost airlines, you are more likely to get a cheap flight to Birmingham. Be careful though, as these airlines often fly to secondary airports that are much less accessible from the centre of Birmingham.

Where are the airports in Birmingham?

To get to Birmingham by plane, arrive at Birmingham International airport.

Birmingham International
Airport is 6.3 mi from Birmingham
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When to visit Birmingham?

The best time to travel to the UK is generally in summer, from June to August. During this period, temperatures average between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, providing pleasant conditions in which to explore the many tourist sites and enjoy the country's magnificent landscapes. The days are also longer, which means more time to explore the bustling cities of London, Edinburgh and Belfast, as well as the magnificent national parks, coastlines and castles.

However, even in summer, it's important to be prepared for sudden showers and unexpected temperature changes. It is advisable to bring waterproof clothing to deal with any unforeseen weather conditions.

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