An East Midlands Airport chauffeur makes sense when your flight leaves from EMA but your day starts in Birmingham. East Midlands isn't Birmingham's local airport. Even so, for a good number of routes it's the one people end up flying from. A chauffeur takes out the two parts of that trip nobody enjoys: working out how to get there, and finding somewhere to leave the car.
How long is the chauffeur drive from Birmingham to East Midlands Airport?
It's roughly 40 miles, mostly along the M42 and A42. In normal traffic that's comfortably under an hour and a half door to door. However, delays around the M42 and the Ashby stretch of the A42 are more common than the distance suggests. So Apex builds extra time there into every East Midlands Airport chauffeur booking, and the time we give you when you book already accounts for it. That means you're not doing that maths yourself at half past four in the morning.
Why fly from East Midlands instead of Birmingham?
Plenty of travellers based in and around Birmingham end up at EMA rather than BHX. Usually it's for one of a few reasons. First, a specific charter or package route may only run from there. Second, a particular date may have better availability. Finally, the fare on the day may simply be cheaper. EMA is also one of the UK's busiest airports for air freight, so some people head out that way for work rather than a holiday. Whatever the reason, the airport is a sensible drive from Birmingham, even if it isn't the obvious first choice. You can check routes and terminal details on the East Midlands Airport website.
What an East Midlands Airport chauffeur adds that the shuttle doesn't
There's no direct rail link to East Midlands Airport. The coach and shuttle options from Birmingham involve at least one change. They also run to a fixed timetable that rarely lines up neatly with a flight. A chauffeur removes that entirely. We pick you up from your door, drive you straight to the terminal, and drop you as close to check-in as the airport allows. On the way back, your East Midlands Airport chauffeur watches your flight rather than a printed timetable. As a result, a delay on your end doesn't mean standing around at arrivals wondering if anyone's coming.
What happens if your flight is delayed?
Apex tracks every booked flight in real time, both outbound and on the return leg. If your flight into East Midlands is running late, your pickup time moves with it automatically. Also, we won't charge you extra for the airport doing what airports do. People ask us this a lot about EMA transfers in particular. That's because it's a smaller airport, with a more limited timetable of onward transport if things do slip.
Booking a return pickup with your East Midlands Airport chauffeur
If you're flying out and back through East Midlands, it's worth booking both legs at the same time. You'll get a fixed price for the whole trip, agreed before you travel. Then your return chauffeur will already have your flight number on file, so there's nothing to organise again once you land. Book online in under a minute or call 0333 533 3530. And if it's your first time booking with Apex, the code MYAPEX gets you a discount on the fare.
Frequently asked questions
How much notice do I need to book a Birmingham to East Midlands Airport transfer?
Same-day bookings are usually possible with at least 6 hours' notice online, or sooner by phone on 0333 533 3530. However, if your flight is early morning or the airport is busy, booking a day or two ahead gives you more choice over pickup time.
Is the price fixed, or does it change if the drive takes longer than expected?
We agree the price before you travel, and it doesn't change because of traffic on the A50 or a short delay at pickup. In short, the fare covers it from the start.
What vehicle will I be collected in?
When you book, choose Business Class (Mercedes E-Class), First Class (Mercedes S-Class) or MPV (Mercedes V-Class, up to six passengers and six cases). Your East Midlands Airport chauffeur then arrives in the car you picked.
