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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Hadley Stadium via Adkins Lane Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Smethwick?

The distance between Cardiff and Smethwick is 112 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Cardiff to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Smethwick bus from?

Cardiff to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Smethwick train from?

Cardiff to Smethwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £45 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Cardiff to Smethwick bus arrive?

Cardiff to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Smethwick train arrive?

Cardiff to Smethwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Smethwick is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Smethwick.

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

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Cardiff to Smethwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Smethwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 26m
£48–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
3h 17m
£22–37
Drive 105.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Smethwickcar 105.3 mi
1h 54m
£26–38
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
3h 59m
£36–77

Cardiff to Smethwick by train

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Distance: 111 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Smethwick, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Road 5 times a day. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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