Distance Between New Street and Hill Street, Birmingham: A Short Walk
New Street and Hill Street in Birmingham city centre are virtually neighbors—separated by approximately 200 metres (650 feet), a 2–3 minute walk.
Context
- New Street: Major pedestrianized shopping thoroughfare; runs from Victoria Square to the Bullring. Home to New Street Station (major rail hub), Grand Central shopping center.
- Hill Street: Runs parallel to New Street, one block west. Connects Paradise Circus (Library of Birmingham, Symphony Hall) to the Arcadian (Chinese Quarter, nightlife).
Walking Route
- Exit New Street onto Stephenson Street (near Station) or Navigation Street (near Bullring).
- Cross Smallbrook Queensway (busy dual carriageway—use crossings).
- Enter Hill Street via Holland Street or Kent Street.
Total walk: 2–3 minutes depending on exact start/end points and traffic lights.
Landmarks Between Them
- Birmingham Hippodrome (Hill St / Hurst St corner) — major touring theatre.
- Chinese Quarter (Arcadian Centre) — Hill St / Pershore St.
- Library of Birmingham / Symphony Hall (Centenary Square, off Hill St via Paradise Circus).
Driving? Don't.
Both streets are largely pedestrianized or restricted. Use nearby parking (NCP New Street, Q-Park Brindleyplace) and walk.
In short: They're next to each other in the core—walk, don't drive.