Once the industrial capital of the United Kingdom, Birmingham has evolved into a vibrant, dynamic city with a cultural wealth all of its own. Located in the West Midlands of England, Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK boasting superb shopping, fantastic nightlife, major international exhibitions and events and world-class restaurants.
This amazing city is laced with canals and waterways, as well as beautiful parks and gardens. There is truly something for everyone in the incredibly diverse city of Birmingham, and you can discover it at your own pace with your Birmingham car hire!
Birmingham is a major transport hub in the UK, with the international airport that services UK and Europe and the New Street Rail Station that is a primary component of the British rail system. So whether you fly or rail into Birmingham you can collect your rental vehicle from the airport, train station or downtown depots and begin your self drive journey!
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Cadbury World - Take your Birmingham car hire south to the city's renowned Cadbury World. Great for families or those with a sweet tooth, the centre offers plenty of fun and exciting activities to see and do. From the Aztec jungles where the main ingredient cocoa grows to the world's biggest Cadbury shop, you'll learn and experience the ever-growing history of the world of chocolate and Cadbury. Not to mention the pleasant taste of chocolate!
Sea Life Centre - The National Sea Life Centre is another great attraction within Birmingham located within the city centre and easily accessible with your car hire. The Sea Life Centre is located throughout the UK and Europe but what makes the city centre so unique is its technologically advanced 4D Cinema, you'll literately be able to hear, see and smell throughout the adventure. There are also daily activities on offer from feeding demonstrations, and interactions with various creatures to even diving with the sharks! There are also over sixty displays and over a thousand creatures and animals to see and learn about.
Explore the surrounding areas of Birmingham, including Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and Shropshire, which are all beautiful examples of 'olde' England.
Alternatively, why not hire a car one way? You could collect it in Birmingham, and drop it off in London, Manchester, or one of the other depot locations in the UK. Discover all the delights that Birmingham has to offer in comfort and at your own pace, with a Birmingham Car Hire from DriveAway.
Use our easy-to-use online booking engine or contact us today to book your next Birmingham car hire!
| Cities (To and From) | Distance (Approx. km) | Travel Time (Approx. hr) |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham to London | 190 | 2.25 |
| Birmingham to Manchester | 139 | 1.75 |
| Birmingham to Chester | 122 | 1.5 |