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Travel & Parking
Arriving at the NEC
The NEC is situated 8 miles East of Birmingham city centre; its central location ensures it is at the hub of the UK motorway network. Visitors from any direction can travel to The NEC site directly using the following motorways – M1, M5, M6, M6 Toll, M40 and M42.
The NEC is signposted on motorways and major roads and is marked on most maps. If you are travelling by car, we recommend that you allow plenty of time for your journey.
Using Sat Nav
If you are using a sat nav please enter the postcode B40 1NT. Please follow the clearly signposted directions once in the vicinity of the venue.
Discounted Travel & Parking
Thanks to subsidised car parking and the FREE Bike Park, Supported by Honda, we’ve made it easier than ever to join us at MCL25.
Trains
Working with Avanti West Coast, train tickets start at just £9, and direct journeys from London Euston take as little as 1 hour 5 minutes – it’s a hassle-free way to visit the UK’s largest indoor interactive motorcycle show.
Simply book your advanced tickets here, and away you go.
Parking
As long as you book your parking no later than 24-hours before your visit, it’ll cost you just £13.95. Simply follow this link. Parking on the day will be £18.95.
On your arrival at The NEC, traffic officers will direct you to the most convenient parking area. It is recommended that you refer to The NEC Site Map and NEC Road Access Map before your arrival to avoid adding time to your journey.
The NEC has designated car park spaces for visitors with disabilities (fee still applies) – disabled visitors will be directed to the nearest available disabled car parking facilities.
See map here of the Birmingham NEC location.
Visitors arriving by car may also want to consider other parking options:
Parking for FREE at numerous local train stations (Berkswell, Hampton in Arden, Stetchford, Tile Hill etc) and catching a return train to Birmingham International from as little as £2.30 return for one person. The show is a 5-minute walk, undercover, from Birmingham International train station.
Bike Parking
Secure, undercover bike parking in the Bike Park, Supported by Honda is completely free of charge (subject to availability). The Bike Park, Supported by Honda will be signposted on arrival.
Need to store your kit? The Cloakroom (located outside Hall 2) can securely hold your helmet, jacket etc. at a cost of £2 per item. It will open one hour before and close one hour after the show
Bikes parked in the Bike Park are left at your own risk – motorcycle parking is free across the NEC site.
Arriving by Plane?
Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is the NEC’s neighbour, which is extremely convenient for overseas visitors and those on internal flights. Once you’ve grabbed your luggage, it will take just minutes to get to The NEC following the signage.
Birmingham International Airport (BHX) Website
Arriving by Train?
Depending on your origin station you can travel directly by train to The NEC by alighting at Birmingham International. If your point of origin does not provide a service directly to Birmingham International, you will need to travel to Birmingham New Street first and get a connecting train from there.
Here’s a quick guide on how to save money on trains to Birmingham.
Birmingham New Street
Birmingham New Street Station is a short journey of 10-15 minutes from Birmingham International Station.
Once off the train
Once you have arrived at Birmingham International Rail Station take the stairs or lift from any platform up to the station interchange. The entrance to The NEC is situated on the right-hand side as you exit the station and is clearly signposted. Continue to walk along the covered walkway called the Bridgelink, where you can then follow signs to reach MCL (approximately a 5-minute walk).
