How to get from BHX to Birmingham
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Train Birmingham International + onward (to New Street) | £4.50 | 12 min |
| Taxi / Uber | £25–40 | 15–30 min |
BHX is 15km from centre — train from Birmingham International station (free walkway from terminal) to New Street is 12 min for £4.50. For 4+ hour layovers: Cadbury World train + tour + return is feasible if pre-booked.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into BHX.
Getting out of Birmingham (BHX)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Birmingham Airport to Birmingham cost?
£25–40 — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from BHX to Birmingham?
Train Birmingham International + onward (to New Street) at £4.50 — 12 min to central Birmingham.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in United Kingdom?
Same UK rules — ETA from 2025 + standard visa for non-VWP. UK is NOT Schengen — transit-only passengers must clear UK immigration.