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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Smethwick is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Smethwick is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Smethwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Smethwick. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Smethwick Council House via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Poole to Smethwick?

The distance between Poole and Smethwick is 186 miles. The road distance is 147.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Smethwick without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £27 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Poole to Smethwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Smethwick bus from?

Poole to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Smethwick?

The best way to get from Poole to Smethwick is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £27 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Poole to Smethwick bus arrive?

Poole to Smethwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Smethwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Smethwick is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Poole to Smethwick.

Where can I stay near Smethwick?

There are 3338+ hotels available in Smethwick.

Poole to Smethwick - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Smethwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Stockport / ...
5h 6m
£27–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall StUk920 / ...
5h 34m
£19–61
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Smethwick146.9 mi
3h
£36–52

Poole to Smethwick by bus and train

77Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £23–200 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Smethwick Council House via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St in around 5h 34m.

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