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

The cheapest way to get from Smethwick to Leicester is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Smethwick to Leicester is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Smethwick and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Smethwick to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Council House and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Smethwick and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Smethwick to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Leicester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Smethwick to Leicester?

The distance between Smethwick and Leicester is 43 miles. The road distance is 46.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smethwick to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Smethwick to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Leicester bus from?

Smethwick to Leicester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Smethwick Council House station.

Where do I catch the Smethwick to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Smethwick to Leicester?

The best way to get from Smethwick to Leicester is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 87 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Smethwick to Leicester bus arrive?

Smethwick to Leicester bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at New St Station.

Where does the Smethwick to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smethwick to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Smethwick to Leicester is 46 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Smethwick to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Smethwick to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Smethwick to Leicester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
1h 25m
£10–25
Line 87 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smethwick Council House to New St Station87
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777 / ...
3h 4m
£11–19
Drive 46.1 mi
1. Drive from Smethwick to Leicester46.1 mi
51 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smethwick to Leicester46.1 mi
51 min
£140–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Allison St to Pool Meadow Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Station148
4h 34m

Smethwick to Leicester by train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester hourly. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smethwick Council House to St Margaret's Bus Station via New St Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 3h 4m.

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