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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Cardiff is to bus via Colmore Row which costs £10 - £35 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gilbert Rd and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Smethwick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Smethwick to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Smethwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Smethwick and Cardiff is 112 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £27 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Smethwick to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Cardiff bus from?

Smethwick to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lordswood Rd station.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Cardiff train from?

Smethwick to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Smethwick to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Smethwick to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £27 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Smethwick to Cardiff bus arrive?

Smethwick to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Smethwick to Cardiff train arrive?

Smethwick to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Smethwick to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Cardiff is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Smethwick to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Smethwick to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Smethwick to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 51m
£27–94
Bus via Colmore Row
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
5h 18m
£10–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
3h 36m
£22–32
Drive 105 mi
1. Drive from Smethwick to Cardiff105 mi
1h 52m
£27–38

Smethwick to Cardiff by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Smethwick, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £25–90 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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