Arriving in Birmingham by car

Why go

The motorway network gives useful broad orientation before you reach Birmingham. The M6 is an approach from the east and north-west; the M5 and M42 connect approaches from the south-west. From the south-east, the M40 links towards the M42. These corridors help identify a starting route, while your final address determines the exit.

Useful to know

• Use the full destination address when checking your route through the M6, M5 or M42 approaches.
• Check current traffic and road restrictions before choosing a motorway exit.
• Confirm parking location and vehicle access before setting off; do not rely on finding a space on arrival.