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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to bus and line 87 bus which costs £8 - £18 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Smethwick Council House via Asda and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Leicester to Smethwick?

The distance between Leicester and Smethwick is 45 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Smethwick without a car is to train and line 80 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £9 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Leicester to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Smethwick bus from?

Leicester to Smethwick bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Asda station.

Where does the Leicester to Smethwick bus arrive?

Leicester to Smethwick bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Smethwick is 47 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Leicester to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Smethwick.

Leicester to Smethwick - 5 ways to travel via train, line 80 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Smethwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 80 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from New St Station to Piddock Rdbus 80
1h 37m
£10–29
Bus, line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to Newhall Stbus Uk075
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Smethwick Council Housebus 87
2h 19m
£8–17
Drive 47 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Smethwickcar 47 mi
53 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Smethwicktaxi 47 mi
53 min
£140–180
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Rdbus 80
2h 33m
£12–19

Leicester to Smethwick by train and bus

243Weekly Services

1h 37mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.8 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Smethwick Council House via Asda and Newhall St in around 2h 19m.

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