What’s the quickest route? Where do I park? What do you do once you arrive? We got you! Follow signs for MCM Comic Con and Hall 3A - 4 when you arrive, and read up travel info below. Here’s everything you need to know on how to get to MCM Birmingham Comic Con at the NEC.
By Train
If you’re joining us by train, alight at Birmingham International. From there you can follow signs for MCM Comic Con to Hall 3.
Direct services run all day to NEC, however if you’re travelling from further afield you may need to catch a connecting train at Birmingham New Street, which is less than a 15-minute journey away. Just enough time to fuel up on caffeine. For more information, visit National Rail or call them on 08457 484950
If you were planning to take the train to an NEC event, please plan ahead and visit the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner close to your date of travel to review your options.
By Bus
From Birmingham Airport you can get to the NEC via the free air-rail link, which takes just 90 seconds and runs every two minutes.
Jumping on a bus in the West Midlands area? There are numerous options that will get you to the NEC. Check out the Network West Midland to plan your journey.
Driving
You’ll find NEC clearly signposted from all motorways and major routes including the M42, M40 and M6 - just pop B40 1NT in your sat nav. When you arrive at the NEC don’t follow your satnav anymore, look out for MCM Comic Con on NEC’s signs. Then, simply jump on our free shuttle bus or take a leisurely stroll along the signposted footpaths.
Shuttle times are:
- Friday: 7am – 7pm
- Saturday: 7am – 7pm
- Sunday: 9am – 7pm
Things you should know
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Show Entry
Step 1: Head to the queue hall
Follow signs to queue hall in hall 3! If in doubt, follow MCM signage or reach out to one of our friendly stewards for help!
Step 2: Security Check
All fans will need to go through security checks upon arrival. Have your bags, cosplay weapons and tesseracts ready for inspection!
Step 3: Collect your wristband
After security, please follow signage for general, priority or our accessible lane depending on your order. Make sure to have your PDF ticket on your confirmation email (you can print this or show via your phone) ready to be scanned by a member of staff. Once scanned, you will then receive your wristband!
Where to enter per ticket type
- 3-Day Weekend Tickets: Queue hall (access from Hall 3)
- Friday Priority & General: Queue hall (access from Hall 3)
- Saturday Priority & General: Queue hall (access from Hall 3)
- Sunday Priority & General: Queue hall (access from Hall 3)
- Creator, Press and Industry: Query desk in the Queue Hall
- Accessibility: Any of the NEC’s entrances then collect wristbands from the Accessibility desk in the Queue Hall
- University / group bookings: Query desk in the Queue Hall
- Exhibitors, Artist Alley, Writers Block and Panellists: Query desk in the Queue Hall
- Queries: Query desk in the Queue Hall
- Exhibitors, Artist Alley, Writers Block and Panellists on Setup Days: Atrium
What about re-entry?
Please wear your wristband at all times, so you can leave and re-enter the show. The last re-entry time is 30 mins before show close.
Got questions?
Not sure which queue is right for you? Head to our query desk!
Accessibility
Head to our accessible lane to pick up your wristband. Request a special assistance wristband for help with queues throughout the show.
Read more about venue accessibility, disabled parking and facilities here.