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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick is to bus via Newhall St which costs £10 - £18 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Hadley Stadium via Adkins Lane Terminus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Smethwick?

The distance between Cardiff and Smethwick is 114 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Smethwick without a car is to train and line 80 bus which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Cardiff to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Smethwick bus from?

Cardiff to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Smethwick bus arrive?

Cardiff to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Smethwick is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3274+ hotels available in Smethwick.

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

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

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Train, line 80 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from New St Station to Piddock Rd80
2h 39m
£32–90
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
4h 40m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2h 46m
£18–35
Drive 105.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Smethwick105.4 mi
1h 52m
£27–39

Cardiff to Smethwick by train and bus

106Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Smethwick, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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