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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Smethwick is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Smethwick is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Smethwick Council House via Colmore Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Smethwick?

The distance between Manchester and Smethwick is 78 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Manchester to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Smethwick bus from?

Manchester to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Smethwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Manchester to Smethwick is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £18 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Manchester to Smethwick bus arrive?

Manchester to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Manchester to Smethwick train arrive?

Manchester to Smethwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Smethwick is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Manchester to Smethwick.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Smethwick?

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Manchester to Smethwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 80 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhamptontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Smethwick Rolfe Streettrain Wolverhampton - Walsall / ...
1h 49m
£25–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
3h 9m
£12–18
Drive 81 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Smethwickcar 81 mi
1h 33m
£20–29
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Roadbus 80
3h 13m
£16–26

Manchester to Smethwick by train

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Distance: 78 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Smethwick Rolfe Street via Wolverhampton in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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