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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Smethwick is to bus via Bristol which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Smethwick is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Smethwick Council House via Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Exeter to Smethwick?

The distance between Exeter and Smethwick is 171 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Exeter to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Smethwick bus from?

Exeter to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Exeter to Smethwick is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Smethwick bus arrive?

Exeter to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Smethwick is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Exeter to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3305+ hotels available in Smethwick.

Exeter to Smethwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
3h 8m
£49–138
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk070 / ...
4h 50m
£14–32
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Smethwick156.9 mi
2h 35m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station101 / ...
5h 33m
£16–41

Exeter to Smethwick by train and bus

125Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–140 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Smethwick Council House via Bus Station and Newhall St in around 4h 50m.

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