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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Council House and arriving at Princes Street via Newhall St and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Smethwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Smethwick to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Smethwick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Smethwick and Edinburgh is 271 miles. The road distance is 284.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 11m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Edinburgh bus from?

Smethwick to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall St station.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Edinburgh train from?

Smethwick to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Smethwick to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 11m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Smethwick to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Smethwick to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Smethwick to Edinburgh train arrive?

Smethwick to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Smethwick to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Edinburgh is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Smethwick to Edinburgh.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Smethwick to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Smethwick to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Smethwick to Edinburgh by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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1. Take the train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3h 5m
£40–115
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 11m
£98–178
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
8h 54m
£40–67
Drive 282.5 mi
1. Drive from Smethwick to Edinburghcar 282.5 mi
4h 57m
£70–100
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 55m
£43–150
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 22m
£95–197
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£112–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
10h 6m
£62–153

Smethwick to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Smethwick, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wolverhampton to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smethwick Council House to Princes Street via Colmore Row, Newhall St, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 54m.

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