Travelling between the two biggest cities in the West Midlands is one of our most requested routes, connecting Birmingham directly with Coventry without changing trains or waiting on a platform for a delayed connection. Our Birmingham to Coventry taxi collects you from the address of your choosing and takes you straight to the door.
The road distance between the two centres is around 22 miles, with a private transfer typically taking between 35 and 55 minutes depending on traffic and the route chosen. Many passengers check the Birmingham to Coventry taxi price before booking, and your fare is confirmed at the time of reservation.
| Route | Birmingham to Coventry |
| Distance | 22 miles (35 km) |
| Travel time | Approx. 35 to 55 minutes |
| Operating hours | Available 24/7, 365 days a year |
| Pick-up | Any address across Birmingham city centre and suburbs |
| Drop-off | Any address in Coventry and surrounding areas |
| Route via | M6, A45, A4114 Holyhead Road |
| Includes | Door to door service, free waiting time, luggage assistance |
| Saloon Car | 1 to 3 passengers, 2 suitcases |
| Executive Car | Premium comfort for business travel |
| MPV / Minivan | 4 to 6 passengers with luggage |
| Minibus | Up to 8 passengers with luggage |
All vehicles are climate-controlled, fully insured, and operated by licensed, professional drivers. Choose the vehicle that fits your group size and luggage requirements when booking.
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Every Birmingham to Coventry taxi journey starts wherever suits you, whether that is a hotel on Broad Street, an office near the Mailbox, or a house out in Edgbaston or Aston.
City centre collections are common from New Street Station, Grand Central, and the Bullring, with drivers waiting close to the main entrance rather than a distant car park.
Groups heading out from an event at Star City or picking up at the Digbeth coach station are covered just as easily, with the same door to door service and no bags to carry across town.
Early flights out of Birmingham Airport and late finishes in the city centre are both routine for our drivers, so a booking at 5am or midnight receives the same attention as one at noon.
The Road to Coventry
Leaving Birmingham, drivers typically join the M6 at Junction 6 or further south at Junction 4 near the NEC, heading toward Warwickshire and the approach into Coventry.
Two Ways to Travel
The motorway route continues to Junction 3, where the A4600 Sky Blue Way leads straight into the city, passing close to the Coventry Building Society Arena on the way.
An older alternative follows the A45 out through Sheldon, tracing the road past Birmingham Airport before crossing into Coventry through Allesley on the A4114 Holyhead Road.
Both roads are watched for congestion, and drivers switch between them depending on conditions around Junction 4 and the Tollbar End interchange, which slows during the evening rush.
Roadworks are occasionally in place around the ring road entrance, and our drivers plan an early departure whenever the schedule allows for extra buffer time.
Arriving in Coventry
Coventry city centre is compact and easy to navigate once you arrive, with Broadgate acting as the natural hub for shops, cafes, and the short walk to the Cathedral Quarter.
Coventry Cathedral, with its bombed medieval ruins standing beside the modern building consecrated in 1962, sits only a short distance from the main shopping streets and West Orchards.
Coventry University sits right in the city centre, so drop-offs for open days, graduation ceremonies, and term-time arrivals are handled the same way as any city address.
Fargo Village and the creative quarter around Far Gosford Street are popular with visitors keen to explore independent shops and studios after checking in nearby.
Passengers arriving for events at the Skydome or heading into the Belgrade Theatre find the walk from a central drop-off point takes only a few minutes.
Warwick, Hospitals, and Wider Coventry
The University of Warwick sits around three miles southwest of the city centre, close to the junction of the A45 and A46, so many student and staff transfers head straight there rather than into Coventry itself.
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, out toward Walsgrave, is another regular destination, and our drivers know the approach roads well enough to avoid the busiest hospital access points.
Residential drop-offs across Earlsdon, Cannon Park, and Canley are common too, particularly for those relocating for study or settling into a new job in the city.
Enter the full postcode when booking and the fare reflects the actual distance travelled, whether that is a short hop to the ring road or the longer run out to Warwick district hospital.
Business Trips, Study Runs, and Match Day Transfers
Business travellers moving between meetings in central Birmingham and the manufacturing and engineering firms around Coventry make up a steady share of our bookings on this corridor.
Students arriving for term at either Coventry University or the University of Warwick often book a single seat, while families moving a whole household choose the MPV or minibus instead.
Match days and concerts at the Coventry Building Society Arena bring larger groups from Birmingham, and booking a minibus in advance avoids splitting friends across several taxis.
Whatever the reason for travel, the same fixed fare and door to door pickup apply, so a quick meeting and a full house move are treated with equal care.
Return collections after evening fixtures or late lectures are booked just as easily as the outbound leg, with drivers tracking your confirmed pickup time rather than guessing when you will be ready.
What If Traffic Delays My Journey?
The M6 around Junction 4 and the Tollbar End interchange on the A45 can both back up during the morning and evening rush. Drivers monitor live traffic and switch between the motorway and the A45 as needed, and your booking is never affected by congestion outside our control.
Need the return journey?
We also provide a dedicated Coventry to Birmingham taxi transfer service. Book both directions for a seamless round-trip experience.
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How long does a taxi from Birmingham to Coventry take?
Most transfers take between 35 and 55 minutes, depending on whether the driver uses the M6 or the A45 and on traffic around Junction 4 and Tollbar End. Outside peak hours the journey often finishes nearer the 35 minute mark.
Which route do drivers use between Birmingham and Coventry?
Drivers typically choose the M6 to Junction 3 and the A4600 Sky Blue Way, or the older A45 through Sheldon and Allesley. The choice depends on live traffic conditions on the day of travel.
Can you collect me from Birmingham New Street Station or the Bullring?
Yes. Both are common pickup points, along with Grand Central, the Mailbox, and hotels along Broad Street. Give your exact meeting point when booking and the driver will be waiting there.
Do you serve the University of Warwick and Coventry University?
We cover both campuses regularly, along with residential areas including Earlsdon, Cannon Park, and Canley. Term time arrivals, open days, and graduation ceremonies are all handled as standard bookings.
How much does a taxi from Birmingham to Coventry cost?
The Birmingham to Coventry taxi price depends on the vehicle you choose and the time of travel. Your fare is confirmed at the point of booking, so there is nothing extra to pay on the day.
Can I book a minibus for a match or concert at the Coventry Building Society Arena?
Yes. Our minibus option seats up to eight passengers with luggage, which keeps larger groups together for events at the arena rather than splitting across several cars.
Is the service available early in the morning or late at night?
The route runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including early starts for meetings and late collections after evening fixtures or lectures.
Can I also book the return trip from Coventry back to Birmingham?
Yes. We operate a dedicated Coventry to Birmingham taxi transfer as well, and you can add the return leg at the time of booking or arrange it separately closer to travel.
What Our Customers Say
Booked this for a work trip out to a supplier near Coventry and the driver had the M6 versus A45 decision already worked out before we set off. Smooth, on time, no dramas.
- James P., business trip from Birmingham
Used this to get my son moved into halls at Warwick with far too many boxes for the train. The MPV swallowed everything and the driver helped carry it all up three flights of stairs.
- Priya S., moving day from Birmingham
Took a group of six of us to a gig at the CBS Arena and the minibus meant nobody had to drive or split into separate cars. Picked us up right on Broad Street too.
- Connor W., night out from Birmingham
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