Parking
Parking
Parking at bp pulse LIVE

Situated on the NEC site with over 16,000 parking spaces, parking at bp pulse LIVE couldn't be easier. On arrival at the NEC, please follow electronic directional signage to your event name car park, which will lead you to the nearest available car park for your event.

We've got your event parking options covered:

  • Express Parking: Take the hassle out of parking, beat the rush and park closer to bp pulse LIVE with Express Parking.
  • Pre Paid Parking: For all other events secure your space at a discounted rate by pre-booking your parking online before the day of your event.
  • Accessible Parking: The NEC site (including bp pulse LIVE) has designated car park spaces for visitors with disabilities. For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.
  • EV Parking:  Based at the NEC car park (East 3), we have one of the biggest EV charging hubs in the UK, find out more below. 

Please note, we are a cashless venue, so all parking payments must be made via credit/debit card or via your smartphone.

Parking fees

NEC Express: £26.95

Pre-paid parking: £12.50

On the day parking: £14.50

Paying on the day

We strongly advise pre-booking your parking online, however you are able to pay for your parking on the day. Parking payment machines are located inside bp pulse LIVE, outside the Box Office or within the NEC. Please note, we are a cashless venue, so payments can only be made using your debit or credit card, or you can also pay for your parking online.

Those parked in a Resorts World Birmingham car park, who received a ticket upon entry to the car park, will need to pay within Resorts World opposite the Arena.

EV charging at bp pulse Gigahub™

Coming to a show at bp pulse LIVE? Based at the NEC car park (East 3), we have one of the biggest EV charging hubs in the UK, that boasts 30 ultra-fast and 150 fast charge points enabling 180 EVs to charge simultaneously. 

Fast 7kW charging

Our pre-bookable NEC EV Park and Charge offers 150 points for 7kW charging including additional designated accessible bays, giving you peace of mind that you’re charged before you leave. These 7kW AC charge points are ideal for those longer stays. Parking charges apply, select NEC EV Park and Charge.

Ultra-fast 300kW charging

Just need a quick boost? Our bp pulse ultra-fast charging hub boasts 16 of the cutting-edge ultra-fast 300kW DC chargers, of which two are designated accessible bays. These ultra-fast chargers are capable of charging 30 EVs simultaneously. With a drive-thru Starbucks located close by and our free Wi-Fi onsite, you can sit back and unwind whilst you wait. No need to pre-book or pay for parking.

bp pulse app

Download the bp pulse app to find available EV chargers across the UK, filter by speed, connector type and manage charging activity.


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Step Two
Open the app & click Log In

Parking Options
Car parking

We strongly advise pre-booking your parking online, however you are able to pay for your parking on the day. Parking payment machines are located inside bp pulse LIVE, outside the Box Office or within the NEC. Please note, we are a cashless venue, so payments can only be made using your debit or credit card, or you can also pay for your parking online.

Those parked in a Resorts World Birmingham car park, who received a ticket upon entry to the car park, will need to pay within Resorts World opposite the Arena.

Motorcycle parking

Motorcycle parking is free in all car parks on the NEC site, excluding Express car parks.

Bicycle parking

Bicycle parking is free and a bike shelter can be found close to bp pulse LIVE entrance, however we do advise that you bring your own lock.

Coach parking

Minibuses - £22.95 per visit  (£23.95 for all events taking place from 1st April 2024

Coaches - £29.95  (31.95 for all events taking place from 1st April 2024)