What is the cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick?

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick is to train and bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick?

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Piddock Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Smethwick?

The distance between Blackburn and Smethwick is 112 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackburn to Smethwick without a car?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Blackburn to Smethwick?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Blackburn to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Smethwick bus from?

Blackburn to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Smethwick train from?

Blackburn to Smethwick train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Smethwick is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Blackburn to Smethwick bus arrive?

Blackburn to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Smethwick train arrive?

Blackburn to Smethwick train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Smethwick is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Blackburn to Smethwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackburn to Smethwick?

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Where can I stay near Smethwick?

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 47m
£38–75
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
5h 11m
£20–32
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Smethwickcar 102 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Wolverhamptontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 3m
£36–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 12m
£20–34

Blackburn to Smethwick by train, tram, and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Smethwick, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Piddock Road via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and New Street Station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Piddock Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Markets in around 5h 12m.

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