Key Points
- Brentford FC faces Aston Villa at Villa Park on Sunday, February 1, 2026, with kick-off at 2pm GMT.
- Nearest station is Witton, with trains from Birmingham New Street every 30 minutes taking around 10 minutes.
- Bus options include number 7 from city centre and AV82 shuttle from New Street for £5 return tickets.
- Traffic exclusion zone operates on Witton Lane and Trinity Road two hours before kick-off.
- Official off-site parking available with advance booking at sites like Y International and Edward VI.
Birmingham (Birmingham Express) January 30, 2026 – Brentford fans travelling to Villa Park for the Premier League clash against Aston Villa on Sunday should plan for trains, buses and parking restrictions around the stadium.
The match kicks off at 2pm GMT and will be streamed live on Sky Sports in the UK. Direct trains from London Euston to Birmingham New Street or London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Street take 90 minutes to two hours, according to Brentford FC guidance.
How to Reach Villa Park by Public Transport?
From Birmingham New Street, take a train to Witton station, the closest to the away section in the Doug Ellis Stand along Witton Lane. Services run every 30 minutes and take about 10 minutes. Fans from Birmingham Moor Street can walk five minutes to New Street for connections.
As reported by Brentford FC of Brentford FC, bus route 7 runs from Snow Hill station to Witton Road, while routes 11A, 11, 65 and 67 also serve areas near the ground. The AV82 shuttle bus operates from Dudley Street outside New Street, dropping fans within a 10-minute walk; return tickets cost £5 from the driver.
What are the Driving and Parking Options?
A traffic exclusion zone is in place on Witton Lane and Trinity Road either side of Villa Park, starting two hours before kick-off until 30-60 minutes after full-time. Drivers from London should exit M6 at junction 6 and follow A38 signs to the stadium at Trinity Road, Birmingham B6 6HE.
Where Can Fans Park Securely?
Official off-site parking includes Y International (B67 LG, 15-minute walk) and Edward VI (B6, 10-minute walk), with reservations required in advance via Aston Villa’s website. Taxis are available from city centre station ranks, and Citymapper is recommended for navigation.
How to Get Back After the Match?
Post-match, expect queues at Witton station trains, number 7 bus from Witton Road or AV82 shuttle to the city centre. Walking to Birmingham centre takes about one hour amid busy crowds. Accessibility parking for coaches is opposite the away section, with limited permits from Brentford on a first-come basis.
Ticket collection at Villa Park requires identification, and family seating areas expect fans to remain seated throughout.
