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The cheapest and fastest trains from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Showing times and prices for 19 Nov
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
5 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) for Birmingham New Street (BHM) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.
17:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)17:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
07:380h08
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)07:46Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
09:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)09:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
16:380h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)16:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
10:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)10:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
16:380h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)16:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
17:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)17:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
10:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)10:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
09:080h07
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)09:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
07:380h08
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR)07:46Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£41One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 5 km
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Live departures
Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L32803 | Delayed 07:11 07:08Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) | 0h07 | 07:17 07:17Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33713 | On time 07:38 Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) | 0h07 | 07:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33634 | On time 08:08 Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) | 0h07 | 08:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33635 | On time 08:38 Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) | 0h07 | 08:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33638 | On time 09:08 Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) | 0h07 | 09:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect |
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Overview: Train from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 7m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 21:38 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7m
Cheapest Price
£2
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The cheapest way to get from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train distance from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is 5 km.
The last train from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) departs at 21:38.
Booking trains from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
There is no night train service from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The train journey from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 7m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) leaves at 6:08.
Trains from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
Yes, you can take the train from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM).
To get from Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Smethwick Rolfe Street (SMR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Smethwick
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Smethwick is Smethwick Rolfe Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Smethwick Rolfe Street for your trip from Smethwick to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 17:00 Sunday Closed None
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Smethwick Rolfe Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Picks up/sets down at public service bus stops on either side of Rolfe Street immediately in front of main entrance to station building.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your journey to Birmingham from Smethwick.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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