Plan your trip to Edgbaston

National Express West Midlands are offering free travel on the Shuttle Bus 501 service from Birmingham New Street.

Transport for West Midlands are offering free travel across their bus network on selected routes. Fans are required to claim their free tickets in advance, closing on 6 July.

But first, here are some top tips:

  • Plan your journey to and from Edgbaston in advance.
  • Allow enough time for your journey and getting into the stadium, the surrounding area can be busy near the start of the match.
  • Leave the car at home and use public transport.
  • Have your match ticket ready on the new Edgbaston app before you leave.
  • Gates open at 4.30pm, arrive early.
  • Accessibility drop-off is available via the Pershore Road entrance by the Edgbaston Cricket Centre.

Please note, traffic around Edgbaston on match days is extremely busy so give plenty of time to arrive.

Get to the ground

Shuttle Bus

A free Shuttle Bus service from National Express West Midlands will be running from Birmingham City Centre to Edgbaston Stadium for this match, running from 4.30pm.

The 501 Shuttle Bus pick-up point is located from right outside New Street Station on Smallbrook Queensway (opposite TK Maxx and close to the Bullring). The service is convenient for users of both New Street and Moor Street Train Stations. All buses are accessible by wheelchairs.

Buses will be running back from the stadium to the city centre after the close of play.

To claim your free Shuttle Bus, simply show your Edgbaston match ticket to the driver on the day.

 

Rail

Birmingham has great public transport links and we strongly recommend that you consider these so that you can make the most of your day with us.

Birmingham New Street Station is the main rail hub for the city with connections from all over the country. There are regular trains to Manchester and London, with a journey time under 90 minutes. We recommend that you book your tickets in advance.

Unsure how to travel to Edgbaston? Use the Transport for West Midlands public transport route planner.

 

Public Buses

Transport for West Midlands are offering free travel across their bus network on selected routes. Fans are required to claim their free tickets in advance, closing on 6 July.

There are regular local buses to the ground from south-west Birmingham and the city centre. National Express buses 45 and 47 have services between the city centre and Pershore Road which is a two-minute walk to the ground.

More information on local buses can be found online at nxbus.co.uk.

 

By Bike

If you live locally, Edgbaston easy to get to by bike with both the Rea Valley and the A38 (Bristol Road) cycle route close by, offering a safe way to travel to the stadium. Bike stands are available near the Main Reception.

 

Walking

Many attendees enjoy the 40-minute walk to Edgbaston from the city centre.

The walking route between Birmingham New Street Station and Edgbaston is straightforward with comprehensive signs and on selected match days our Cricketeers will be on hand to help you find your way.

 

Taxi Drop Off & Pickup

We kindly ask all spectator to arrange taxi drop off and pickup away from Edgbaston to avoid unnecessary traffic and to adhere to local parking restrictions.

 

Birmingham Clean Air Zone

Birmingham City Council has introduced a Clean Air Zone within the A4540 Middleway (Inner City Ring Road).

Edgbaston is not within the Clean Air Zone, however, if you drive through the Clean Air Zone area  in a car or van, you could be charged £8 per day if your vehicle does not meet the required standards. Driving on the A4540 Middleway itself will not incur charges.

You can check if you will be charged using the Government vehicle checker and view a map of the Clean Air Zone, on the Brum Breathes website.

Hotel

Edgbaston Park Hotel is a contemporary, four-star hotel just a five-minute drive away from Edgbaston Stadium.

It is the nearest hotel to the stadium and only two miles away from Birmingham city centre, with plenty of free parking – making them the ideal choice if you’re travelling via Birmingham’s main transport links.

The hotel has its own train station – University – which is a short stroll from the hotel and runs a high-frequency service to and from New Street Station in just seven minutes. Check out their rooms and latest offers online or call 0121 414 8888 to book your stay.

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By Rail

Birmingham New Street Station is the main rail hub for the city with connections from all over the country.

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By Bike

Edgbaston Stadium is easy to get to by bike with both the Rea Valley Route and the brandA38 (Bristol Road) cycle route close by.

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By Car

Car parking is available on a pay and display basis at sites near Edgbaston.