The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Smethwick
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Smethwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Smethwick will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilford for Smethwick every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ilford to Smethwick
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Smethwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Smethwick
Buses from Ilford to Smethwick run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ilford to SmethwickYou can travel by bus between Ilford to Smethwick with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ilford to Smethwick coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Smethwick by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Smethwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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