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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Piddock Road via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Leicester to Smethwick?

The distance between Leicester and Smethwick is 43 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £18 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Leicester to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Smethwick bus from?

Leicester to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Smethwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £18 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 80 bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Leicester to Smethwick bus arrive?

Leicester to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Smethwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Smethwick is 47 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Leicester to Smethwick.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Smethwick?

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Where can I stay near Smethwick?

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Leicester to Smethwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 80 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Smethwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 23m
£18–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Cross Cheaping to Bullringbus X1
4h 47m
£7–10
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Roadbus 80
2h 36m
£9–15
Drive 47 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Smethwickcar 47 mi
53 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Smethwicktaxi 47 mi
53 min
£200–250

Leicester to Smethwick by train

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Distance: 42.7 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Piddock Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Markets in around 2h 36m.

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