Birmingham Airport Bus (BHX)
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Birmingham Airport Bus & Coach Guide
Getting from Birmingham Airport (BHX) by bus is easy and budget-friendly. From the terminal, take the free Air-Rail Link to Birmingham International (1–2 minutes), where you’ll find local buses to Birmingham city centre, Solihull, Coventry, and the wider West Midlands, plus intercity coaches to major UK destinations. Services run from early morning until late evening (with select night options on weekends), and most accept contactless payment and the regional Swift card. For the fastest trip into the city, ride the Air-Rail Link to the station and connect to frequent buses or trains—both routes typically reach the centre in around 10–25 minutes, depending on traffic and time of day. Check live timetables and fares before you travel, and allow extra time during peak hours and holidays.
1. Convenient Bus Lines from Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Bus X1
Route: Connects Birmingham city centre ↔ Airport/NEC ↔ Coventry (via Yardley, Sheldon, Meriden).
Frequency: About every 15–30 minutes in the daytime; regular early-morning and late-night trips.
Hours: Services run from the small hours through late night (check live times).
Cost: From ~£2.90 for an adult single on National Express West Midlands.
Boarding: Stand K at the Airport; also available at Birmingham International Station via the free Air-Rail Link.
Bus X12
Route: Links Birmingham city centre ↔ Airport/NEC ↔ Solihull (via Bromford Estate, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham Business Park).
Frequency: About every 15–30 minutes in the daytime; regular early-morning and evening coverage.
Hours: Early till late (check live times).
Cost: From ~£2.90 for an adult single on National Express West Midlands.
Boarding: Stand L at the Airport; also reachable at Birmingham International Station via Air-Rail Link.
2. Intercity Travel from Birmingham
For trips to other UK cities and regions, Birmingham Coach Station (Digbeth) offers frequent intercity coach connections operated by National Express and other carriers. It’s located near the city centre in Digbeth and is easy to reach by local buses (city routes stop nearby) or a short walk from Moor Street and New Street stations. Popular destinations include London, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff, Nottingham, and Leeds.
Main Coach Station: Birmingham Coach Station (Digbeth)
Location: Digbeth, close to Birmingham city centre
Access: Use local bus routes; short walk from central rail stations
3. Optimize your Birmingham Airport bus trip (BHX)
Ticket purchase: Buy directly from the driver using contactless (Tap & Cap) or cash; mobile/app and Swift card options are also available. Contactless capping helps you avoid overpaying if you make multiple journeys.
Routes & stops: From the terminal, frequent NX West Midlands buses X1 (City Centre–Coventry) and X12 (City Centre–Solihull) depart from on-site stops K and L just outside arrivals. You can also connect via the free Air-Rail Link to Birmingham International station for additional services.
Timetables & holidays: Check live times the day before you travel—especially around holidays, events, and peak periods—via the airport’s bus page and operator timetables.
Baggage tips: Buses can take luggage, but space is limited at busy times—secure bags and board early when possible. (General guidance consistent with local operator policies.)
Journey time: Expect roughly 25–40 minutes to Birmingham city centre depending on traffic. If you’re in a rush or carrying heavy bags, consider the Air-Rail Link + train combo (about 2 minutes to the station; frequent trains to New Street).
4. Birmingham Airport – Bus Stops & Wayfinding (BHX)
The bus stops at Birmingham Airport are clearly signposted and easy to access right outside the terminal.
Signage: Follow the airport’s directional signs to locate the bus stands in minutes.
Terminal Access: Local buses and regional coaches depart from stops adjacent to the terminal, with quick connections to Birmingham International rail station (via the free Air-Rail Link) for fast travel to Birmingham city centre and the wider West Midlands.
This practical guide helps travellers confidently navigate BHX and connect to Birmingham city centre, nearby towns, and regional destinations by bus and rail.
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Distance & transfer time to Birmingham city centre (BHX)
Birmingham Airport sits about 13 km (8 miles) from Birmingham city centre. The quickest route is the free Air-Rail Link (2 minutes) from the terminal to Birmingham International station, then a train to New Street in ~10–18 minutes—often under 25 minutes door-to-door. By road, a taxi or ride-hail typically takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Budget travellers can use the X1 bus, which runs day and night and usually takes ~35–60 minutes to the centre.
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