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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Smethwick is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £19 - £60 and takes 5h 54m.

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 54m.

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 23m and costs £28 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m 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 FlixBus, 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 23m and costs £28 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £19 - £60 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Poole to Smethwick bus arrive?

Poole to Smethwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 3311+ hotels available in Smethwick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole 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 Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 23m
£28–305
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall StUk920 / ...
5h 54m
£20–58
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Smethwick146.9 mi
3h
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Station160
6h 58m
£25–80

Poole to Smethwick by bus and train

97Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £24–300 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 54m.

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