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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Smethwick is to bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Smethwick is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Smethwick Council House via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Manchester to Smethwick?

The distance between Manchester and Smethwick is 87 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Smethwick without a car is to train and line 80 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Manchester to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Smethwick bus from?

Manchester to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Manchester to Smethwick bus arrive?

Manchester to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Smethwick is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Manchester to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3282+ hotels available in Smethwick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester 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, line 80 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from New St Station to Piddock Rdbus 80
2h 12m
£33–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2h 20m
£9–15
Drive 81 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Smethwickcar 81 mi
1h 33m
£20–29
Bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Markets to Piddock Rdbus 80
3h 13m
£22–30

Manchester to Smethwick by train and bus

247Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.9 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall St every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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