Birmingham is ideally placed for European pet transport — close to the M40 and M6 corridors that feed straight to the Eurotunnel. From the West Midlands we run direct, door-to-door routes to Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels, all by road with no cargo holds and no airport kennels. This hub page lists every direct Birmingham route, the starting price, and what each journey involves.
Direct Routes from Birmingham to Europe
Birmingham to Paris
Our most-booked West Midlands route. Roughly 600 km, completed in a single day in 9–11 hours door-to-door. Collection covers Birmingham, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Coventry and the wider West Midlands. The route runs south-east on the M40 to the Eurotunnel at Folkestone, then via Calais and the A1 into Paris. From £935 for a single pet. See Birmingham to Paris prices and booking.
Birmingham to Amsterdam
Around 700 km, typically completed in a single long day of 10–12 hours door-to-door. The route runs south to Folkestone, crosses to Calais, then through Belgium via Dunkirk, Bruges and Antwerp into Amsterdam. Delivery covers all Amsterdam boroughs and the wider Randstad. From £985. See Birmingham to Amsterdam prices and booking.
Birmingham to Brussels
The shortest Birmingham route to mainland Europe — roughly 600 km and 7–9 hours door-to-door. The M40 and M25 take us to Folkestone for the Eurotunnel crossing, then it is a fast run through Belgium via Dunkirk and Ghent into Brussels. From £800. See Birmingham to Brussels prices and booking.
Why Birmingham Owners Choose Ground Transport
Birmingham Airport flies to several European cities, but most pets cannot travel in the cabin on scheduled airlines. That means cargo hold, airport handling, and hours of separation. For brachycephalic breeds — pugs, bulldogs, Persian cats — many airlines refuse carriage outright. Ground transport from Birmingham takes longer in clock time, but your pet stays in one vehicle with one driver from your West Midlands address to your European door.
Collection Area from Birmingham
We collect from all Birmingham postcodes and the wider West Midlands, including Solihull, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Sutton Coldfield, Redditch, Warwick and Leamington Spa. If you are in Staffordshire, Worcestershire or Shropshire we can often combine your collection with a nearby stop.
Documentation for Every Route
- ISO 15-digit microchip implanted before the rabies vaccination.
- Rabies vaccination valid and at least 21 days old.
- UK Animal Health Certificate issued by an Official Veterinarian within 10 days of departure for EU-bound travel.
- Tapeworm treatment for dogs only on return journeys to the UK.
We coordinate the AHC timing with your vet before collection and check every document before we leave your driveway.
What the Journey Feels Like for Your Pet
The vehicle is climate-controlled at 18–22°C, with non-slip flooring and secure travel space. One driver stays with your pet for the whole trip. We stop every 2–3 hours for comfort breaks, keep the cabin quiet, and send WhatsApp updates at each major stage. For the longer single-day routes we schedule longer breaks to make sure your pet arrives relaxed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the shortest Birmingham route?
Birmingham to Brussels is the shortest, usually completed comfortably in a single day.
Do you collect from outside Birmingham?
Yes. We cover the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Worcestershire and can combine collections from nearby counties on the same trip.
Can I fly ahead and meet the driver at the destination?
Yes, this is common. Many owners book a short flight and we deliver the pet to their new address once they have arrived.
Are the quoted prices all-inclusive?
Yes. The starting price includes door-to-door collection, Eurotunnel crossing, motorway tolls and delivery to the destination address. The Eurotunnel pet ticket is booked separately by the customer, which is standard for cross-Channel pet transport.
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