The NEC Birmingham is the perfect home for IWLEX 2026. Located in the heart of the UK’s “Golden Logistics Triangle,” it offers unmatched accessibility by road, rail, and air- making it easy for the entire warehousing and logistics community to attend. With world-class facilities, ample space for live demonstrations, and co-location with industry-leading events like Multimodal and YARDX, the NEC provides the scale, professionalism, and visibility IWLEX 2026 needs to thrive and grow.
You’ll find the NEC clearly signposted from all motorways and major routes including the M42, M40 and M6 - just pop B40 1NT in your sat nav to get to the NEC Site.
Our post code will not take you to the car park for your event, so once on site, please ignore your Sat Nav and follow signage to the event carpark instead.
IWLEX is taking place in Hall 3A.
Venue Address:
NEC Birmingham
North Avenue, Marston Green
Birmingham
B40 1NT
United Kingdom
To help you plan your journey, here are typical drive times from key UK locations:
Birmingham City Centre – Approximately 15 minutes
Coventry City Centre – Approximately 25 minutes
Leicester City Centre – Approximately 50 minutes
Nottingham City Centre – Approximately 1 hour
Milton Keynes – Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Bristol City Centre – Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
London – Approximately 2 hours
Manchester City Centre – Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
Leeds City Centre – Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes
Cardiff City Centre – Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Parking
The NEC have more than 16,500 well-maintained paid spaces for parking.
Discounts are available if you pre-book parking for the event.
For more information about travel to the NEC or to pre-book parking click here.
By Train
The NEC is directly connected to Birmingham International Railway Station, making it one of the most accessible venues in the UK by rail. Simply disembark at Birmingham International and follow the signs – the NEC is just a short walk via a covered pedestrian link.
London Euston – Direct services to Birmingham International in approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Manchester Piccadilly – Direct services in approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.
Leeds – Direct and one-change services in approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Bristol Temple Meads – Direct services in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Cardiff Central – Services with a change at Birmingham New Street in approximately 2 hours.
By Plane
The NEC is just minutes from Birmingham Airport (BHX) – one of the UK’s major international airports. A free Air-Rail Link connects the airport terminal to Birmingham International Railway Station in under 2 minutes, with direct access to the NEC via the covered walkway.
This makes the NEC easily accessible for both domestic and international visitors.
For more information about travel to the NEC or to pre-book parking click here.
Hotels, Restaurants & On-Site Facilities
Hotels
Staying at the NEC Birmingham is easy and convenient. Whether you're visiting for one day or the full duration of the show, there’s a wide range of accommodation options just minutes from the venue. The NEC is directly connected to Resorts World Birmingham, which offers multiple hotels including the Genting Hotel, as well as numerous options nearby such as Hilton Birmingham Metropole, Crowne Plaza NEC, and Moxy NEC.
Dining & Entertainment
Resorts World is also home to a variety of restaurants, bars, and cafes – from quick bites to sit-down dining. Choose from well-known names like TGI Fridays, Nando’s, PizzaExpress, or explore premium options like Sky By The Water for a more upscale experience. The complex also features a cinema, casino, and retail outlets for added convenience and leisure.
On-Site Facilities
The NEC itself offers:
Free Wi-Fi throughout public areas
Multiple cafes and food stalls within the venue
Cash points and business services
Direct rail and airport links
