Victoria Square: The Heart of Birmingham

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Birmingham city center. From Warwickshire, take the M40 motorway towards Birmingham. Merge onto the M42 and then take the A45 exit towards Birmingham city center. Follow signs for the city center, and as you approach, look for signs directing you to Victoria Square. Note that parking in the city center can be expensive, ranging from £1.50 to £4.00 per hour depending on the area. Use public car parks like the NCP near Victoria Square.

• Train

  For those using public transportation, take a train from Warwick station to Birmingham New Street. Trains run frequently, approximately every 30 minutes, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Birmingham New Street, exit the station and follow signs for the Bullring shopping center. From there, it's a short walk to Victoria Square, which should take around 10-15 minutes. Be aware that train tickets cost between £6-£12 depending on the time of travel.

• Bus

  You can also take a bus from various points in Warwickshire to Birmingham. Look for National Express or local bus services that operate routes to Birmingham city center. The bus journey can take anywhere from 45 minutes to over an hour, depending on traffic. Tickets typically cost around £5-£10. Once you arrive in Birmingham, disembark at a central stop, such as the Bullring or Digbeth, and walk to Victoria Square.