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Train

The NEC is a five-minute covered walk from Birmingham International Railway Station via the Bridge Link, which is weatherproof and clearly signposted. Direct services run all day from London Euston (approx. 1 hour 10 minutes) and Birmingham New Street (10–15 minutes, trains every 5–10 minutes during peak hours). Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, London Northwestern Railway, Cross Country and Transport for Wales serve the station. and https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/travel-information/how-to-get-to-event-venues/how-to-get-to-nec-campus/

Train

Trains run every 5–10 minutes during peak hours and every 15–20 minutes off-peak. The journey takes approximately 10 minutes. If your starting station does not have a direct service to Birmingham International, connect at Birmingham New Street. and https://www.grandexecutivechauffeurs.co.uk

Bus

The X1 connects Birmingham City Centre and Coventry via the NEC and Birmingham International Airport. Buses stop at Birmingham International Interchange, which is a short walk from the NEC via the Bridge Link. Contactless, cash, mTicket app and Swift card accepted. and https://nxbus.co.uk

Bus

The X12 connects Birmingham City Centre and Solihull via Birmingham International Station. Buses stop at Birmingham International Interchange. The route has approximately 50 stops and takes about 37 minutes from Birmingham city centre. and https://moovitapp.com

Bus

Routes 75 and 75A serve the NEC area via Birmingham International Interchange. These are useful for connections from local residential areas and business parks

Coach

Over 120 National Express and Megabus coach services run daily across the UK to Birmingham Airport. From the airport, take the free Air-Rail Link to Birmingham International Railway Station, then walk to the NEC via the Bridge Link

Taxi

TOA Taxis is the official NEC taxi provider, available 24/7. Book by phone on 0121 427 8888 or 0800 0142 729, online at toataxis.co.uk, or via the TOA app. Taxi ranks are located outside the main entrances. TOA Taxis accept all major credit cards, subject to a charge of 10% + VAT. Other private hire providers drop off at the Piazza or Atrium entrance. and https://www.icsprivatehire.co.uk

Shuttle bus

The NEC operates a free shuttle bus service between all car parks and the venue during exhibition open days. Buses usually start running one hour before the event and stop one hour after the event. Service times and alternative walking routes are displayed at bus shelters located near the car parks. The shuttle buses are accessible to wheelchair users

Air-Rail Link

The Air-Rail Link is a free automated people mover connecting Birmingham Airport terminal (first floor) to Birmingham International Railway Station. It runs every two minutes and takes 90 seconds. Operating hours are typically 05:15–02:00 daily. From the station, follow the covered Bridge Link walkway to the NEC. and https://www.birminghamairport.co.uk

Walking

The NEC is a five-minute covered walk from Birmingham International Railway Station via the Bridge Link. The walkway is enclosed, weatherproof and clearly signposted. During major events, the walk may take 10–15 minutes due to crowds. and https://www.grandexecutivechauffeurs.co.uk

Bicycle

Cycle racks are available at the Piazza main entrance and Atrium 1 entrance. Brompton folding bikes are available for hire on Station Link road, a 10-minute walk from the NEC campus. A public cycle path runs via Birmingham International train station

Parking

The NEC has over 16,500 on-site parking spaces. Pre-booking online is recommended and saves £5. The NEC is a cashless site — payment by card or phone only. Blue Badge parking is available. Electric vehicle charging is available with 30 ultra-rapid 300kW DC chargers and 150 fast 7kW AC chargers at the Gigahub. Once parked, use the free shuttle bus or walk to the halls. and https://www.blackcircles.com