SHEERNESS → BHX
Sheerness to Birmingham Airport taxi.
Door to terminal from Sheerness: about 169 miles, typically 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Sheerness, Birmingham Airport is about 169 miles by road, usually 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 door to terminal. It's the 9th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Sheerness.
The usual route is the A249, M2, A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), M25, A414 and M1. Because it crosses the Thames at Dartford, timing matters: queues build quickly at busy times, so we always build in a margin.
Birmingham Airport has a single terminal, linked to Birmingham International station and the NEC by the free AirRail Link. From Kent the route crosses the Thames at Dartford and heads north on the M1, so it's a journey to plan with plenty of time.
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
From your door to Birmingham Airport
At Birmingham Airport
We drop you at the terminal forecourt and can collect you from arrivals on your return.
- Mile Town & the High StreetTown-centre homes and flats, including the streets around the Clock Tower
- Marine Town & the seafrontHomes along and behind the Marine Parade and Beachfields area
- Blue TownThe historic streets by the old dockyard and the Port of Sheerness
- Sheerness-on-Sea stationHandy if you are arriving on the train from Sittingbourne with your bags
GOOD TO KNOW
Tips for Birmingham Airport
- This is a long journey, so plan comfort breaks and allow plenty of margin.
- If you're combining your flight with an NEC event, we can do both legs.
- Book your return at the same time, with your flight number.
OTHER AIRPORTS FROM SHEERNESS
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 49 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Gatwick | 57 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30 | No |
| London Southend | 62 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 76 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 50 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 82 mi | 1 hr 35 – 2 hr | No |
| London Luton | 89 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 10 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 126 mi | 2 hr 20 – 3 hr | No |
| Norwich Airport | 154 mi | 3 hr 5 – 3 hr 50 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 169 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 173 mi | 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 181 mi | 3 hr 35 – 4 hr 30 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 245 mi | 4 hr 55 – 6 hr 5 | Yes |
Birmingham Airport from nearby
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- Queenborough to Birmingham Airport taxiAbout 167 miles, typically 3 hr 10 – 3 hr 55, via the Dartford Crossing. Fixed price, 24/7.
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Airport travel guides
- Why take a taxi to the airport instead of driving?Airport parking, drop-off charges, the Dartford Crossing and tiredness: the case for a pre-booked airport taxi from Sheppey.
- When should you book an airport taxi from Sheerness?How far ahead to book, and how to work out your pickup time for each London airport.
- How to get from Sheerness to Gatwick, Heathrow & StanstedRoutes, distances and typical journey times by taxi, and how they compare with the train.
- Airport pickups in Blue Town, Mile Town & Marine TownHow airport pickups work in Sheerness's three districts, with journey times from each.
- What time should your airport taxi pick you up?Worked examples for early, midday and evening flights from Sheppey.
- Which London airport is best from Sheppey?The six London airports compared from Sheppey on distance, time and the Dartford Crossing.
FAQ
Sheerness to Birmingham Airport questions.
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How long is a taxi from Sheerness to Birmingham Airport?
Usually 3 hr 15 – 4 hr 5 for the 169-mile drive via the A249, M2, A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), M25, A414 and M1, depending on traffic.
How far is Birmingham Airport from Sheerness?
About 169 miles by road. It's the 9th-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Sheerness.
Does the route from Sheerness to Birmingham Airport use the Dartford Crossing?
Yes. The route crosses the Thames at Dartford, which is where most delays happen. With us, any crossing charge is part of the agreed fare.
What time should I leave Sheerness for a flight from Birmingham Airport?
As a starting point, leave about 6 hr 30 before a short-haul departure, or 7 hr 30 before long-haul. We'll confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
Why fly from Birmingham instead of London?
Sometimes for a route or price not available in London, or to combine a trip with an NEC event. A door-to-door taxi makes the longer journey easy.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book, so traffic and delays on the day don't change what you pay.
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