The city of Birmingham is located in West Midlands, England, at the basin of the Severn and Trent rivers. It is the one of the biggest cities in the country and the second most populated city in the country, after London. Those who want to travel to Birmingham fly into Birmingham Airport. The city contains five main areas that are intertwined. The first zone covers the area known as New Street, which is the innermost part of the city and considered the city center.

When it comes to urban transportation most of the city is accessible by bicycle or on foot. Network West Midlands is the executive body responsible for the public transportation network in the city. This institution encourages citizens and visitors to use bicycles to get around in the city. Buses provide transportation to most parts of Birmingham as well. Many of these bus lines are run by National Express West Midlands. There are also Diamond Buses that operate throughout the city. If you are planning on riding multiple buses throughout the day we would recommend buying a day ticket, also referred to as a daysaver, because it is more economical than buying a single trip ticket.

Single fare or daysaver tickets for National Express West Midlands buses can be purchased on board from the driver but you must have the exact fare, the driver cannot give you change. Therefore we recommend that you have the exact fare ready before getting on the bus. You can also purchase different ticket options with longer validity from the Pavilion Shopping Centre, which is located in close proximity to the Moor Street Station.

There are many public transportation alternatives in the city that provide transportation to the airport. Most of these options provide transportation to the airport from the city center or from the main train station. Birmingham Airport is located about 10 km from the city center.

Train

The airport is accessible by train via the Birmingham International Station. The Air-Rail Link connects the Birmingham International Station with Birmingham Airport. The train from New Street Station to Birmingham International Station can take between 10 and 20 minutes. Trains on this route run every 5 to 10 minutes. These trains operate from 6:15 am to 11:15 pm. Trains are usually more expensive when compared to buses. The rail service is provided by London Midland and it has an extensive network throughout Birmingham. You can find maps detailing the train routes in tourist information offices located in various parts of the city.

The fare for the train can vary depending on the region you will be traveling to. There are 3 main train stations in Birmingham. New Street Station is considered the main station and is located in the city center. There are four different train lines that run throughout the city. The yellow line runs between Wolverhampton and Northampton, the green line runs between Hereford, Stratford-upon-Avon and Leamington Spa, the red line runs between Redditch and Lichfield Trent Valley, and the blue line runs between Rugeley Trent Valley and Walsall.

There are also longer lines that provide transportation to neighboring cities. The majority of the train lines intersect at certain points so passengers can easily transfer between lines. The Air-Rail Link is a people mover that provides transportation between Birmingham International Station and Birmingham Airport.

The Air-Rail Link operates from 5:15 am to 2 am and runs every 2 minutes. The Air-Rail Link takes no more than 2 minutes to get to the airport. 

Bus

One of the buses that operates between the city center and the airport is bus number 900. This bus runs every 15 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes at night and on Sundays. Another bus that provides transportation between the city center and the airport is bus number 97. This bus departs from the same location as bus number 900 but it goes along a longer route.

One advantage that bus number 97 has is that it operates 24 hours a day. Bus 97 runs every hour on the hour. Bus number 966 provides transportation to the airport from Solihull and Erdington. This bus runs every 30 minutes during the day and every hour, on the hour, at nights and on Sundays.

There is no central bus station in the city, instead buses depart from various parts of the city. The majority of the buses pass through Bull Street, Colmore Row, Moor Street, and Priory Queensway. Buses generally operate from 5 am to midnight.

There are two routes that buses follow, the Inner Circle, which runs through the city center and the Outer Circle, which avoids entering the city center and runs along the outskirts of the city center.    

There are also bus services that provide transportation between the suburbs, hospitals, and shopping centers. However these services run less frequently at night and on Sundays.

There are also coach services that operate throughout the city and to the airport. These services depart from Birmingham’s Digbeth Coach Station and the fare is approximately the same as city buses. These coach services also operate at night.

Tram

The tram line in the city is known as the Midland Metro. So the word ‘metro’ is used to describe the light rail/tram line in Birmingham. However, the airport is not accessible by tram.

There is only one tram line that operates throughout the city. This line operates between Snow Hill Station, Wolverhampton, Jewellery Quarter, West Bornwich, Wednesbury and Bilston. The tram operates from 6:30 am to 11:30 pm on weekdays and on Saturdays. On Sundays the tram operates from 8 am to 11 pm.

Taxi

There are many taxi stops located throughout the city but the easiest place to find a cab is in the city center. However keep in mind that it can be hard to find an empty taxi during peak hours or on Saturdays. Taxi fares in Birmingham are quite high.

Ferry

Ferry boats in the Gas Street Basin offer public transportation services and sightseeing tours for tourists. However the airport is not accessible by ferry.

Rental Car

There are various rental car offices located throughout the city and Birmingham Airport works with seven different international car rental companies. Alternatively, you can book your vehicle in advance before your flight by making a reservation with one of these companies online.

Airport Information

Birmingham Airport has a passenger terminal that contains various services you can enjoy while waiting for your flight. Passengers can go shopping at well-known stores such as Accessorize, Hugo Boss, Victoria’s Secret, and JD Sports or buy luxurious products at affordable prices at the World Duty Free shop.

Cafes and restaurants located in the terminal include Deli Hub, which offers delicious dishes from Indian cuisine, Frankie & Benny’s, where you can enjoy classic American dishes, Pret a Manger, where you can find homemade, natural meals, Giraffe, which serves a variety of international cuisine, and Wetherspoon, which reflects traditional British culture.

There is a Burger King for those who prefer fast food, those who want luxurious restaurants and bars can head to All Bar One or Blanc et Noir, and those who want to spend time at a café can go to Caffé Nero and Costa. 

Located in the Andalusian region of Spain, Huelva is also one of the most important centers of the country near the Portuguese border. Visitors usually prefer Seville Airport, which is about 110 kilometers away from the city center, to get to Huelva that is a complete holiday city. It is also attractive to reach the city via Portugal, thanks to its location that is very close to the border.

The city of Faro in Portugal is approximately 120 kilometers away from Huelva. The third alternative for those who cannot find a suitable flight to these two cities is Jerez Airport, which is located 182 kilometers away from Huelva.

For transportation to Huelva city center from these three cities, you can take advantage of the alternatives such as car rental, taxi, bus, and airport transfer services. However, there may be periodic differences in the availability of these options. Before you go on your journey, it would be useful to search for available transportation options during your journey and then prepare your travel plan accordingly. Buses from Seville Airport to Huelva are the most economical means of transportation compared to other alternatives. You can reach the city easily at affordable prices by taking a bus departing from the airport. Alternatively, you can also take a taxi, rent a car, or take advantage of hotel shuttle services at the airport.

If you would like to make your trip more luxurious and special, you can also rent a limousine. You will also have many options to spend time before or after your flight at Seville International Airport, one of the busiest airports in Spain and Europe. The airport offers its passengers a restaurant offering a delicious selection of Spanish and international cuisine, duty-free areas, stores, and buffets that you can buy newspapers, magazines and many other things you may need.

If you would like to spend time in a comfortable environment and enjoy privileged services while waiting for your flight, you should definitely experience exclusive passenger lounges at Seville Airport. In addition to many services at the airport, you can also perform many banking transactions using the ATMs, as well as you can rent a car using the counters of the rental companies providing a wide variety of cars in any color and model.

Bus

Taking a bus is the most affordable option for transportation to Huelva from the airport. Summer season is especially crowded with visitors in Huelva, known as a real holiday city. During this period, frequent bus services are arranged between the airport and the city center. It takes a little longer than one hour to get to the city center by getting on buses to Huelva. Bus fares may vary depending on the overcrowdedness, but it is usually possible to reach Huelva from the airport by paying a fee of 10-20 Euros.

Taxi

You can also prefer taking a taxi in front of the terminal building to reach Huelva city center from the airport. Moreover, taxi is one of the most convenient and comfortable options especially for passengers traveling with heavy luggage. However, considering that the distance from Seville Airport to Huelva is about 110 kilometers, it wouldn't be so economical to take a taxi to reach Huelva. Alternatively, you can prefer this option to get to Seville city center and transfer to alternative vehicles here. Yet still, if you would like to get to Huelva from the airport by taxi, you can negotiate with taxi drivers before you take a taxi, so you can lower taxi fare a little.

Shared Taxi

If there are other passengers going to Huelva, you can enjoy sharing the taxi with these passengers and share the taxi fare. If you are traveling with a crowded group, you can also get to Huelva taking advantage of this option as a shared taxi. In order to avoid the risk of high taxi fares, you can negotiate with the taxi drivers waiting for the passengers in front of the terminal building for a flat rate.

Rent a car

The public transport facilities are quite limited to reach Huelva and so car rental is one of the best options for traveling from the airport to Huelva city center and around. Moreover, you can also easily see many great places in and around Huelva once you rent a car. Just as in many other countries, you need to have an internationally valid driver's license to rent a car in Spain.

You can book a car online as well as you can rent a car using the car rental counters at the airport after arriving in Seville. Once you rent a car, it is possible to reach Huelva easily by following the A-49 route from Seville. If you are not familiar with the routes in this area, you can get a navigation device to guide you.

Hotel Shuttle Services

If you are going to stay in a hotel during your trip to Huelva, you can also benefit from the hotel shuttle services to reach the city center from the airport. Hotels may provide this service free of charge at times, but they sometimes offer shuttle services at high prices, especially in overcrowded seasons. When booking your hotel, you can also get information about shuttle services at the airport and book your seat on a shuttle vehicle if available.

The outstanding advantage of hotel shuttle services compared to other transfer options is that they transport passengers from the airport to the hotel effortlessly without transferring to any other vehicle. Moreover, if you book a shuttle service for a round trip transfer option, you can also benefit from the reduced prices. If your hotel does not provide shuttle service or asks high prices for such a service, you can also take a look at the alternative transfer services you can take between the airport and Huelva.

Train

There is no direct train line you can take from Seville Airport to Huelva. However, once you arrive at Seville city center from the airport, you can easily reach the train station, where you can transfer to a train to Huelva. The distance from Seville to Huelva is about 90 kilometers by train. Trains are quite comfortable here as in many cities in Europe. However, it is very difficult to say that the train is the most comfortable option taking into consideration the need for transfer from the airport to the station and the time you will spend waiting. If you want to spend time in Seville and explore the city before going to Huelva, you can surely enjoy this option.

Limousine

If you would like to enjoy traveling to Huelva on a much more comfortable transfer vehicle with a chauffeur, you can also rent a limousine. Limousine prices in the city are a little bit lower than in other European cities. However, limousines could hardly be said to be an economical transfer option for transportation from the airport to the Huelva. If you would like to take advantage of luxury vehicles with a chauffeur, you can make an online search for the companies providing this service and choose the one that best fits your needs.