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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Smethwick is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 52 min.

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 52 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 Piddock Rd via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

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 36m and costs £11 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m 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 National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Smethwick bus arrive?

Leicester to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Smethwick is 47 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Leicester to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3339+ hotels available in Smethwick.

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

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 StreetLeicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from New St Station to Piddock Rd80
1h 36m
£11–29
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Rd80
2h 32m
£12–19
Drive 47 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Smethwick47 mi
52 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Smethwick47 mi
52 min
£140–180
Bus, line 80 bus via Coventry
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus StationX6
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to BullringX1
3. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Rd80
3h 16m

Leicester to Smethwick by train and bus

236Weekly Services

1h 36mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.8 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Piddock Rd via Birmingham Coach Station and Markets in around 2h 32m.

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