The average train between Blackburn and Smethwick takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Smethwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Smethwick. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Smethwick at 11:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Smethwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Smethwick station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Blackburn to Smethwick train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Smethwick train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wolverhampton station.
Book your Blackburn to Smethwick train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Blackburn and Smethwick is 144 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Smethwick Rolfe Street via Preston and Wolverhampton in around 3h 20m.