Search Flights from Birmingham to Sevastopol

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. 

Because of being an important harbor city located on the coast of Black Sea, Sevastopol is a highly developed city in terms of water transportation. Passenger transportation is provided by ferries and boats, but an important part of this transportation is military transportation. In Sevastopol, trolleybus, buses and minibuses are the fundamentals of public transportation. In general, almost all of these public transportation alternatives consist of old model vehicles. While minibuses interconnect the short distances, it is possible to reach rural regions with buses.

The bus ticket fares are quite affordable and you make the payment to the driver. The minibuses also called Marshrutka are cheaper than buses but the amount you will pay changes according to the distance.

Trolleybus is another public transportation vehicle that gives a magic touch to the city. It is commonly used and also affordable. You can visit every corner of Sevastopol by preferring trolleybus. If your goal is only a touristic travel, you can also travel around the city by just walking because all of the buildings to be visited are close to each other. In the city center there are also places you can rent bicycles. In nice weathers, you can discover the city center very easily by bicycle.

Taxis are one of the widely-used transportation vehicles in Sevastopol as they are in every city. Not all taxis are equipped with taximeters. For this reason, you may have to bargain for the fare. A little higher amounts can be offered to foreigners. It is best to discuss the fare beforehand and make the payment at the end of the ride. Fares are not too high. At certain point the Black Sea is kind of dividing Sevastopol into two parts and reaches out into the city. In order to avoid loss of time that will occur because of passing around this bay, ferry schedules are arranged between piers built on the two coasts.

Trains are also important vehicles for Sevastopol. The big train station is one of the most magnificent buildings of Sevastopol. The railway system provides more intercity transportation services than urban transportation. By train you can go to Kiev, Kerch, Feodosia or Odessa. The travel lasts more than 10 hours, but it is a memorable experience thanks to the wonderful scenery it offers. Moreover, the ticket fares are low-cost in comparison with the European standards. Since Sevastopol and Yalta are very close to each other, many visitors add Yalta to the list of places to visit. If you have enough time during your travel and want to visit Yalta, you can take a trolleybus or bus. The trolleybus fare is $2 and this route is considered as the longest trolleybus route in the world with a length of 56 kilometers.

The bus fare is 4 dollars. Taxis can also help you if you have limited time and want a quick ride. You will pay approximately 45 dollars from Sevastopol to Yalta. If you want, you can rent a car and make your travel more comfortable.

Although renting a car is not very common and necessary in Sevastopol, you can see the signs of many car rental companies in the city center. Renting a car can be an easy and comfortable alternative, especially if you plan to make short visits to other nearby cities. In Sevastopol, you have to drive on the right lane and have an international driver's license in order to be able to drive. Although Sevastopol has its own international airport having an international flight certificate, it has suspended its flights due to ongoing political problems in the country. Currently, Kiev, Odessa and Simferopol International Airports are being used as an alternative to the Sevastopol Airport, which will be opened again for civil flights in the near future. Transportation from Kiev and Odessa to Sevastopol is provided by trains and buses. The travel lasts about 10 hours. You can also get to Sevastopol from Simferopol by bus or train. Simferopol is about 2.5 hours away from the city. However, when you travel with car, the ride can take up to 1.5 hours. Therefore, car rental is a very attractive alternative to those who prefer Simferopol International Airport.

You can easily get to the city center from Sevastopol Belbek International Airport by renting a car at the airport. Taxis are also another alternative for a comfortable transportation. If you prefer public transportation, you can get on a bus.

Trolleybus

When you go out of the airport, you can see the trolleybus station. Trolleybus route 9 takes passengers to the railway station located in Sevastopol city center.

Taxi

You can see the taxis waiting in front of the arrival terminal of the airport. Taxi fare is well-priced. However, higher fares can be in question for foreigners. That's why you have to determine the fare beforehand. Most of the drivers speak English.

Minibus and Bus

Minibuses and buses are waiting for the passengers in front of the arrival terminal. Minibus routes 49, 50, 98, 113 and 115 are all passing through the city center. If you want to get to know the city's public transportation system closely and feel yourself like one of the citizen of the city, you can choose a different way of transportation. You can get to the Nahimova Square from the airport by getting on the bus route 52. From this square, you can get to the Pivnichna located on the opposite shore by using ferries. You can get to the Sevastopol city center by taking bus routes 36 or 42 from Pivnichna. This route gives you the opportunity to see many points of the city. However, you should remember that the travel lasts about 1 hour.

Car Rental

At Sevastopol Belbek International Airport, you can rent a car appropriate for your budget and have a comfortable transportation vehicle. You can rent your car online before your flight. To get to the city center from the airport you should use the highway H06. The travel lasts about 40 minutes.