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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Bilston is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Bilston is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Bilston?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Bilston. However, there are services departing from Piddock Road and arriving at War Memorial via West Bromwich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Smethwick and Bilston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from The Hawthorns and arriving at Bilston Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Smethwick to Bilston?

The distance between Smethwick and Bilston is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Bilston without a car is to tram which takes 17 min and costs .

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

The tram from The Hawthorns to Bilston Central takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Bilston bus from?

Smethwick to Bilston bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Piddock Road station.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Bilston train from?

Smethwick to Bilston train services, operated by West Midlands Metro, depart from The Hawthorns station.

Where does the Smethwick to Bilston bus arrive?

Smethwick to Bilston bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at West Bromwich Bus Station.

Where does the Smethwick to Bilston train arrive?

Smethwick to Bilston train services, operated by West Midlands Metro, arrive at Bilston Central station.

Can I drive from Smethwick to Bilston?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Bilston is 8 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Smethwick to Bilston.

Where can I stay near Bilston?

There are 3206+ hotels available in Bilston.

Smethwick to Bilston - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 80 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Smethwick to Bilston by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from The Hawthorns to Bilston Centraltram Metro
17 min
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Smethwick to Bilstoncar 8 mi
13 min
£2–3
Line 80 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Piddock Road to West Bromwich Bus Stationbus 80
2. Take the tram from West Bromwich Central to Bilston Centraltram Metro
35 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smethwick to Bilstontaxi 8 mi
13 min
£40–50
Line 80 bus, line 79 bus
1. Take the bus from Piddock Road to West Bromwich Bus Stationbus 80
2. Take the bus from West Bromwich Bus Station to War Memorialbus 79
1h 1m
£4–6

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

West Midlands Metro operates a vehicle from The Hawthorns to Bilston Central every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Piddock Road to War Memorial via West Bromwich Bus Station in around 1h 1m.

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