A well connected region

Located at the centre of England, Birmingham and the West Midlands' connectivity is unparalleled. With roads, rail and air all connecting the city to the rest of UK, and the rest of the world, the region provides a smooth uncomplicated journey for millions of visitors every year.

International

The West Midlands is incredibly well connected to the rest of the world, so getting delegates and exhibitors to your next event or conference will be a breeze.

• It takes just over TEN MINUTES to get from Birmingham International (BHX) to the city centre by train.
• 400 global destinations are connected to the West Midlands by air
• Over 143 direct routes are served by 50 airlines
• £500m is being invested to expand Birmingham Airport

National

Situated in the heart of the UK, we’re connected by road, rail and air to every other major city. For most visitors, travelling to Birmingham and the West Midlands means a journey of under four hours.

• 90% of the UK population is within a four-hour drive
• 28 MILLION people live within a two-hour drive of Birmingham
• Birmingham New Street is the BUSIEST STATIONoutside London
• High Speed 2 will reduce travel time to our capital to just 49 MINUTES