Note that Warwick University is not in the town of Warwick (which is about 8 miles away),
and it is not the same as Coventry University (which is a different university, located in the
centre of Coventry). This is important when telling taxi drivers where you want to be.

If you're coming by rail or bus, you should come to Coventry. Information
on getting to the University of Warwick from Coventry and other
directions locally are given below and can also be found here.

Travelling by air
The University of Warwick is easily reached from all major airports in the UK. There are two regional airports and the campus can also be reached by public transport from all the major London airports (see below).

Regional Airports
Birmingham Airport -- take a train to Coventry and then a local bus or a taxi to the University of Warwick.
East Midlands Airport -- take a National Express bus to Coventry.

London Airports
Coventry can be reached by train from all London airports. For more information see the National Rail website.
London Heathrow Airport is about 2 hours away from Coventry by bus (National Express).
London Luton is under 2 hours away from Coventry by bus (National Express).
London Gatwick is 3.5 hours away from Coventry by bus (National Express).
London Stansted is 3.5 hours away from Coventry by bus (National Express).

Travelling by bus
Local buses offer a frequent and convenient way of travelling to and from campus. There are regular bus services to the University campus from Coventry City Centre and Coventry Rail Station with the journey taking approximately 30 minutes. See here for more information.

Travel Coventry buses do not usually give change so make sure you have the correct money available before making your journey. You can find information about fares on the National Express Coventry website but it is best to check with the driver when you board the bus. Stagecoach buses do give change on the majority of their services. From Coventry Rail Station visitors should follow the signs to Warwick Road (a 2 minute walk) and from there catch the Travel Coventry services 11, 12, 16 or U17 (Sundays only), which travel onto the main campus - see above. If you are unsure about which service you require and you would like assistance - you can call Traveline on +44 8712 002 233 where staff will be able to assist with planning your journey.

Travelling by rail
There are various rail stations that are easily accessed from the campus and they offer excellent links to Birmingham, London and many other major UK cities.

Coventry Rail Station
Coventry rail station, approximately four miles from the campus, is the nearest main-line train station. Coventry Station is easily reached from London (Euston), Birmingham and Leicester, all of which run regular and frequent services direct to Coventry. From Coventry Station, there are frequent local bus services to the University. Visitors should follow the signs from the station to Warwick Road (a 2 minute walk) and from there catch the Travel Coventry bus services 12/12A or U1 which travel onto the main campus. The Stagecoach service U1 travels along Warwick Road and onto the Central Campus. More information on bus travel to the University can be found here. Taxis are also available from outside of the station (about £10, 15 mins).

Birmingham New Street Rail Station
During weekdays trains from Birmingham New Street depart for Coventry on average every 10 minutes. The journey takes between 20-30 minutes depending on which service is used.

Birmingham International Rail Station
The station that serves Birmingham Airport is Birmingham International. During weekdays trains depart from Birmingham International to Coventry on average every 10 minutes. The journey takes between 10-15 minutes depending on which service is used.

Travelling by car

From the North
From the M69/M6 interchange (M6 Jct 2) take A46 towards Warwick and Coventry S & E. After approximately 3.5 miles you will reach Tollbar End roundabout (junction with A45). At the roundabout, follow signs for A45 Birmingham. After approximately 3 miles you will cross the A429 (Kenilworth Road), half a mile after this junction take the left-hand turn signposted 'University of Warwick'. Follow signs for University of Warwick (and Warwick Arts Centre) across two roundabouts. You are now approaching the University of Warwick from Kirby Corner Road.

From the South East
From M45 Jct 1 take A45 towards Coventry. After approximately 7 miles you will reach Tollbar End roundabout (junction with A46) follow signs for A45 Birmingham. Now follow directions as for arriving from the North.

From the South
From M40 Jct 15 take A46 towards Coventry. After approximately 8 miles leave A46 at junction signposted 'University of Warwick and Stoneleigh'. After a further 1.5 miles you will cross the A429 (Kenilworth Road). You are now approaching the University of Warwick from Gibbet Hill Road.

From the West
From M42 Jct 6 take A45 towards Coventry. After approximately 9 miles you will pass a large Sainsbury store on your left. At the next roundabout (Fire Station on right) take the right-hand exit, signposted 'University and Canley'. Follow signs for University of Warwick (and Warwick Arts Centre) across two roundabouts. You are now approaching the University of Warwick from Kirby Corner Road.