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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Shirley is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Shirley is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Shirley?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Piddock Road and arriving at Thornyfield Road via Allison Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Smethwick to Shirley?

The distance between Smethwick and Shirley is 12 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Shirley without a car is to train and bus which takes 46 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Smethwick to Shirley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Shirley bus from?

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

Where does the Smethwick to Shirley bus arrive?

Smethwick to Shirley bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Markets station.

Can I drive from Smethwick to Shirley?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Shirley is 10 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Smethwick to Shirley.

Where can I stay near Shirley?

There are 3700+ hotels available in Shirley.

Smethwick to Shirley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 80 bus, and taxi

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Solihulltrain
3. Take the bus from Solihull Station to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A / ...
46 min
£5–12
Drive 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Smethwick to Shirleycar 9.9 mi
21 min
£3–4
Line 80 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Piddock Road to Marketsbus 80
2. Take the bus from Allison Street to Thornyfield Roadbus 4A
1h 28m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smethwick to Shirleytaxi 9.9 mi
21 min
£28–35

Smethwick to Shirley by train, foot, and bus

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46 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Smethwick, England and Shirley, Solihull, England?

You can take a bus from Piddock Road to Thornyfield Road via Markets and Allison Street in around 1h 28m.

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