Bristol to Birmingham Airport Taxi
from £169 fixed
Birmingham Airport (BHX) is Bristol's nearest big alternative, handy when Bristol Airport doesn't fly your route. The drive is a clean M5/M42 run, just under 2 hours, and at £169 it's often cheaper than the train + connection from Bristol Temple Meads.
Why fixed-price matters on the Bristol → Birmingham run
£169 fixed, works out at £42/person for a family of 4. Often cheaper than 4 train tickets.
Train via New Street: £45+ but connecting and lugging cases through Birmingham city changes. Coach: £25+ but 3h 30m. The taxi is 90 minutes faster door-to-door.
Where we collect you in Bristol
Pickup anywhere in Bristol, Bath, Gloucester or the Severn corridor.
Where we drop you at Birmingham
Drop at Birmingham Airport main terminal kerbside.
Direct Birmingham terminal drop-off
Drop at Birmingham Airport main terminal kerbside.
- › Single Terminal, TUI, Jet2, Emirates, Qatar, Ryanair, Aer Lingus
Bristol → Birmingham fixed-price fare table
All fares are total, not per-person. Includes 45 mins free waiting from landing time on airport pickups (trips from the airport only) and free flight tracking. Meet & greet £15, child seats £5 each on request.
| Vehicle class | Capacity | Total fare | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SaloonMercedes E-Class, VW Passat or similar | 1–4 pax · 2 × 23kg + 1 × 10kg + 2 backpacks | from£169 | Book |
| Mercedes E-ClassExecutive saloon | 1–4 pax · 2 × 23kg + 1 × 10kg + 2 backpacks | from£179 | Book |
| EstateMercedes E-Class Estate, Toyota Corolla or similar | 1–4 pax · 3 cases | from£189 | Book |
| MPVFord Galaxy or similar | 1–4 pax · 4 cases | from£209 | Book |
| Executive (V-Class)Mercedes V-Class | 1–7 pax · 7 cases | from£249 | Book |
| 8-SeaterRenault Trafic, VW Transporter or similar | 1–8 pax · 7 cases | from£229 | Book |
When to book your pickup
1h 50m drive + 2h check-in. Pickup 4h before short-haul, 4h 30m before long-haul. Quiet route, minimal traffic risk.
Things Bristol travellers tell us
- 01 Emirates and Qatar both fly long-haul from BHX, great alternative to Heathrow
- 02 BHX has direct UK Border Force fast-track for premium tickets
- 03 Family of 4? Saloon fits, but Estate gives breathing room
How much is a taxi from Bristol to Birmingham?
From £169 for a saloon (up to 4 passengers, 2 × 23kg suitcases, 1 × 10kg cabin case, 2 backpacks). Mercedes E-Class £179, Estate £189, MPV £209, V-Class £249, 8-seater £229. The price is fixed at booking, no surge, no meter.
How long does Bristol to Birmingham take by taxi?
Approximately 1h 50m covering 95 miles via M5 → M42. We monitor live traffic and adjust ETA in real time.
Do you track my flight?
Yes, every booking includes free live flight tracking. If your flight is delayed, your driver will be there. 45 minutes free waiting time from your scheduled landing time. The 45-minute free waiting allowance applies only to trips departing from the airport (when we collect you from arrivals).
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes, free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup. T&Cs apply.
Do you offer child seats?
Yes, booster seats and rear-facing baby seats available on request, £5 each. Just tick the box at checkout.
Can I pay with a corporate card?
Yes, we accept all major cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and corporate accounts with monthly invoicing.Open a corporate account →
Can I book a return journey?
Yes, book outbound and return at the same time for a discounted round-trip fare.