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3About Great Barr
Great Barr lies just northwest of Birmingham, easily reached via M6 Junction 7. The A34 runs straight into Birmingham city centre, whilst the A4041 connects to Walsall. Most locals use the A449 for trips to Perry Barr. With over 350 EV charging points nearby and Birmingham Airport 20 minutes away, it's well-connected for both daily commutes and longer journeys. The notorious Scott Arms roundabout remains the area's defining feature, where five busy roads meet in a junction that's tested drivers' patience for generations.
Where is Great Barr on the map?
Great Barr is in England, at 52.546, -1.933 - about 7 km south of Barr Common.
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EV Chargers in Great Barr
- Birmingham Road, Birmingham350 kW
- Coventry Road, Birmingham300 kW
- 110 Small Heath Highway, Birmingham250 kW
- 20 Fort Parkway, Birmingham180 kW
- Powick Road, Birmingham175 kW
Data source: OpenChargeMap
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What is the closest airport to Great Barr?
The closest airport to Great Barr is Birmingham Airport, 30 km (about 29 min by car). Other airports nearby: East Midlands Airport.