DIRFT Logistics 2 is within the 4.5 hour drive-time limit of 85% of the UK population.
This is vital to the distribution sector where time is of the essence in contract fulfilment.
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The combination of DIRFT Logistics Park and DIRFT Logistics 2, creates a 500-acre (202 hectares) site of regional, national and international importance located within the distribution ‘golden triangle’ favoured for national distribution centres.
In rail terms, DIRFT Logistics 2 is immediately adjacent to the West Coast Main Line with direct access to major UK and European destinations via the existing International Railport at DIRFT Logistics Park.
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| London | 79 miles | 1hr 31 mins |
| Birmingham | 40 miles | 41 mins |
| B’ham Airport | 32 miles | 34 mins |
| Coventry Airport | 19 miles | 27 mins |
| Manchester | 121 miles | 2hrs 17 mins |
| Bristol | 123 miles | 2hrs 13 mins |
| Southampton | 127 miles | 2hrs 36 mins |
| Felixstowe | 161 miles | 3hrs 34 mins |
| Leeds | 118 miles | 1hrs 58 mins |
| Glasgow | 329 miles | 5hrs 53 mins |
Source: Auto Route
DIRFT Logistics 2 is accessed via Junction 18, M1 and lies west of the established Park fronting the A5 Trunk Road between the M1 and the West Coast Main Line.
DIRFT is on Junction 18 and approximately 4 miles south of the M1/M6/A14 interchange, the major highway crossroads at the heart of the UK. The M6 serves Birmingham and the North West, whilst the A14 provides easy access to the East Coast including Felixstowe, one of the UK’s largest deep sea ports.
Paul Bateson, Managing Director of Logistics Solutions,
the logistics arm of Royal Mail.
“The new purpose built 262,500 sq.ft. cross dock processing centre at DIRFT
forms a vital part of our plan to create a more simplified and cost effective
national transport network.”