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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Smethwick is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Smethwick is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Smethwick Council House via South Terminal Coach Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Brighton to Smethwick?

The distance between Brighton and Smethwick is 173 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £21 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Brighton to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Smethwick bus from?

Brighton to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Brighton to Smethwick is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £21 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 22m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Brighton to Smethwick bus arrive?

Brighton to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Smethwick is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Brighton to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3314+ hotels available in Smethwick.

Brighton to Smethwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Smethwick by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New StreetLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 52m
£21–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall StUk920
5h 22m
£18–35
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Smethwick169.3 mi
2h 57m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)LGW - BHX
5h 49m
£88–175
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Birmingham - Great Charles Street QueenswayUk920
5h 59m
£18–35

Brighton to Smethwick by train, foot, and bus

332Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Piddock Rd via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and New St Station in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Smethwick Council House via South Terminal Coach Station and Newhall St in around 5h 22m.

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