Search Flights from Birmingham to Siem Reap

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 distance between the airport and Siem Reap city center, which is a popular tourist destination in Cambodia, is 7 kilometers. The passengers landing at the airport and wanting to reach the city center of Siem Reap can benefit from a few alternatives such as taxi, tuk-tuk or private shuttles working with reservation.

Tuk-tuks are fast and budget-friendly transportation alternative for the passengers travelling alone. Private shuttles, which have higher passenger capacity, are ideal for those travelling as a group. If you prefer the taxis welcoming the visitors of the city in front of Siem Reap Airport, you can travel to Siem Reap city center in a fast and comfortable way like motorcycle taxis and shuttles.

The distance between Siem Reap Airport and city center is approximately 7 kilometers. The passengers landing at the airport can reach the city center in about 10-20 minutes. If you are in a hurry while coming to the city center and want a fast vehicle, motorcycle taxis are more ideal compared to other alternatives.   

The taxis and other vehicles at Siem Reap Airport generally offer service for their passengers based on fixed rates. For this reason, you do not need to worry about paying more than it actually costs. If you want to get information about the average cost of travelling to the city center from the airport, you can get in contact with the taxis and shuttles of Siem Reap Airport before your travel and obtain information about certain issues like the average travel time and cost. In this way, you can choose a vehicle according to your needs.

Taxi

You can see the taxis when you go out of the airport terminal building after you land at Siem Reap Airport. Taxis are among the most popular transportation alternatives used for travelling to the city and nearby regions from Siem Reap Airport.

Standard taxis have the capacity of 4 passengers but their baggage capacity isn't high. For this reason, if you are travelling with 3 or more passengers and have much luggage, you can travel to the city by getting on a large taxi that you can find at the airport. Taxi fares are 12 dollars on average. You can make the payment by using the local currency or dollar. If you choose this transportation option, you can comfortably reach the city center.

Tuk-tuk  

Another transportation alternative that is widely used in Cambodia is tuk-tuk. Tuk-tuk, which is convenient for only one passenger, carries its passenger to Siem Reap city center in a faster time compared to other alternatives. You need to pay about 9 dollars for travelling to the city center from the airport by using a tuk-tuk. Since the amount you need to pay is almost the same as taxi, passengers prefer using a taxi instead of tuk-tuk. However, if you still choose this option for your transportation, you can travel to the city center in a more budget-friendly way by getting on a tuk-tuk after walking a little from the terminal.

After reaching the city center from the airport, tuk-tuk drivers may offer you to a city tour. If you want to enjoy a city tour, you can try to find a cheaper tuk-tuk with the help of your hotel. You can also find a vehicle in the city center if you want to see the city.

If you wish, you can get help from your hotel for the transfer to the city center from Siem Reap Airport by tuk-tuk. You can get in contact with your hotel before your travel and ask them to send you a tuk-tuk to pick you up from the airport. The average fare of the vehicles coming from hotels is 7 dollars.

Motorcycle Taxi

At Siem Reap Airport, motorcycle taxi option is also offered as an alternative to taxis and tuk-tuk vehicles. The cost of motorcycle taxis isn’t higher than other transportation alternatives. You need to pay about 9 dollars if you prefer these vehicles for travelling to the city center from Siem Reap Airport. Those, who want to find a cheaper motorcycle taxi, can find a vehicle by walking a little away from the airport. The important thing you should do is to learn the cost before getting on any motorcycle taxi in front of the airport terminal. If you get on a motorcycle taxi outside the airport, the cost you need to pay will be about 2-3 dollars. If the drivers demand higher amounts, you can try to bargain and reduce your transportation cost.

While travelling to the city center on a motorcycle taxi, you need to hang on tight in order to be safe enough. If you have heavy luggage, you can prefer classical taxis instead of motorcycle taxis. In this way, you can more comfortably travel to the city center from the airport. But, if you do not have any luggage, you can choose this alternative.

Hotel Shuttle

Many hotels in the region offer free shuttle service between Siem Reap Airport and the city center. While planning your travel and making a hotel reservation, you can demand a shuttle to pick you up from the airport. If your hotel does not offer a shuttle service, you can benefit from the tuk-tuks for a more affordable transportation to your hotel.