Coventry is the longest of Birmingham Airport’s regular local runs, and unusually for this list, there are two genuinely different ways to drive it. Depending on the route, expect somewhere between 19 and 25 miles, and 25-45 minutes — the wide range here is real, not vague hedging, because the two routes behave very differently at busy times.
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Tariff effective from 1 April 2025 (Birmingham City Council). Fare estimates on this page last reviewed: September 2026.
Two Routes, and One Junction Worth Knowing About
The motorway route
Via the M42 and onward motorway network, this is the shorter option at around 19-22 miles, and the more reliable choice when the direct road is busy.
The direct road: A45 Coventry Road
The more direct A45 covers around 25 miles. It’s a genuinely useful route off-peak, but the Tollbar End junction where it meets the A46 is a well-known bottleneck — during weekday morning and evening peaks it can push the journey well over 45 minutes to an hour. Outside those windows it’s often the quicker, simpler option. Drivers will typically pick whichever route is actually clearer on the day rather than defaulting to one.
Across that 20-25 mile range, the standard tariff works out to roughly £44-£54, rising to around £49-£61 on the Friday/Saturday night tariff — the exact figure depends heavily on which route the driver takes and what the traffic is doing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Birmingham Airport to Coventry?
Roughly £44-£54 on the standard tariff, depending on the exact route and distance covered, rising to about £49-£61 during the Friday/Saturday night tariff.
Which route is faster, the M42 or the A45?
Neither wins outright — the A45 is more direct but bottlenecks badly at the Tollbar End junction during weekday peaks, while the motorway route is longer in distance but more consistent. Off-peak, the A45 is often quicker; during rush hour, the motorway usually wins.
Is there a train option worth considering instead?
Coventry has its own mainline station with regular services towards Birmingham, so it’s worth checking National Rail for a direct fare before booking a taxi, particularly if you’re travelling alone with light luggage — but for groups or awkward timings a taxi remains the simpler door-to-door option.