Lyon to Birmingham transport
Passengers, parcels and cars on trailers between Lyon (France) and Birmingham (United Kingdom).
Road distance
~1140 km
~12h 40m of non-stop driving
Typical trip duration
13–18 hours
with pick-ups and driving breaks
Price / person
55–90 €
estimated from the distance
Parcels from
15 €
estimated from the distance
Need a seat, or want to send a parcel or a car between Lyon and Birmingham? Carriers in the TaxiDiaspora community often make this trip of about 1140 km (13–18 hours on the road). Compare offers, read reviews and pay by escrow, right in the app.
Carriers available for France ↔ Birmingham
The routes below are published by carriers on TaxiDiaspora and show the areas they cover.
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Post your requestLyon – Birmingham prices
| Type of transport | Price |
|---|---|
| Person (1 seat) | 55–90 € |
| Parcel / package | from €15 |
| Car on a trailer | 400–650 € |
You get the final offer directly from carriers, depending on the addresses, luggage and season.
How it works
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Post your request — say what you're sending or who is travelling (Lyon → Birmingham), when, and how many people or parcels.
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Get offers — carriers already driving the route send you concrete prices. Compare reviews, vehicles and schedules.
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Travel with peace of mind — payment stays in escrow until you arrive, and the trip can be followed by live GPS.
Safety comes first: profiles with reviews, trip history and a vehicle description for every carrier. Your money stays in escrow until the trip is completed, and your family can follow the journey by live GPS. Every detail is agreed by direct chat with the carrier, with no middlemen.
Frequently asked questions
How much does passenger transport from Lyon to Birmingham cost?
As a guide, a seat on the Lyon – Birmingham route costs between €55 and €90, depending on the carrier, boarding points and time of year. On TaxiDiaspora you get offers directly from carriers and choose the price that suits you.
How long is the journey from Lyon to Birmingham?
The road distance is about 1140 km — roughly ~12h 40m of non-stop driving. In practice, the trip takes 13–18 hours, depending on traffic, driving breaks and stops for pick-ups or deliveries. Crossing the Channel adds the ferry (Dover–Calais) or the Eurotunnel, depending on the carrier.
Can I send parcels from Lyon to Birmingham?
Yes. Most carriers on this route accept parcels and packages, with prices from about €15 depending on weight and size. You can follow the trip by live GPS and talk to the carrier directly by chat. Since Brexit, parcels between the UK and the EU involve customs formalities — carriers with regular trips know the procedures, but check the list of restricted goods before sending.
What documents do I need for Lyon – Birmingham?
To enter the UK you need a valid passport (EU identity cards are no longer accepted since Brexit) and, since April 2025, the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Within the EU, EU citizens travel with an identity card or passport.
Can I be picked up at Lyon airport?
Many carriers accept pick-ups or drop-offs at the airport, by direct agreement. Mention in your request that you're leaving from Lyon airport and confirm the detail with the carrier by chat before booking.
Do carriers also pick up from Marseille or Nice?
Usually, yes — carriers driving Lyon – Birmingham also cover the surrounding area, including Marseille and Nice. Post your request with the exact pick-up address and you'll only get offers from those passing through your area.
Are there regular trips from Lyon to Birmingham?
Many carriers drive this route weekly or every two weeks. Post a free request and get offers from those on the route, with their actual departure schedule.
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