Search Flights from Birmingham to Erfurt

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. 

The airport in Erfurt, Germany is located only 5 km from the city center. The airport primarily operates seasonal flights, especially during the summer, to leisure destinations around Europe like Antalya, Mallorca, Corfu, Tenerife and Rhodes. There are also flights to Dresden, Varna, and Split. The easiest way to get to the city center from the airport is by tram. The tram departs from in front of the terminal every 10 minutes. Since the airport is located in such closed proximity to the city center you can easily get to Erfurt by car or taxi.

Tram

The tram departs from in front of the terminal building and is one of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to the city center. The tram provides quick and easy transportation to the central station. From here you can easily transfer to a train to explore different cities nearby.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to Erfurt city center is another convenient alternative. Since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center, the total fare is affordable. Airport taxis can charge a slightly higher fare at nights or on the weekends, but the total fare is still reasonable.

Rental Car

There are international rental car companies, such as Sixt, Hertz, and Avis, located at Erfurt Airport. These companies are located within the terminal. You can easily rent a car once you land and enjoy an easy drive to the city center. You can get more information about renting a car over the phone. To contact AVIS call +49 (361) 656 24 25, to contact Hertz call +49 (361) 656 24 69.

Train

The airport isn’t directly served by train. However, the tram provides direct transportation from the airport to the central railway station in Erfurt. You can easily explore different cities surrounding Erfurt by train. Trains are an extremely comfortable and fast means of transportation and they have an important role in the city’s transportation network, although they aren’t directly accessible from the airport.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. Buses 891, 894, and 895 depart from in front of the terminal and provide convenient transportation to the city center. Buses are among the most affordable transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport. You can buy bus tickets at the airport. You can get more information about bus routes and stops at the information counters at the airport.

Car

Traveling from the airport to the city center by car is as easy as taking the tram or other public transportation alternatives. The drive to the city is very easy via the A71 motorway; just follow the signposts to Erfurt city center. It takes about 15-20 minutes to get to the city center from the airport by car. The airport features special waiting and parking areas where you can park your car.

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services are another convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. Make sure to make a reservation a few days in advance if you want to use a shuttle service to the city. There are different types of vehicles with varying passenger capacities depending on the number of people you are traveling with.