The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Solihull station (SOL) for Small Heath (SMA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 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 Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 7 km
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Live departures
Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:41 Solihull station (SOL) | 0h11 | 04:52 Small Heath (SMA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA)
Trains from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 08:41. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 10m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 08:41 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Solihull station (SOL) and Small Heath (SMA) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull station (SOL) to Small Heath (SMA) 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 Small Heath (SMA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Solihull station (SOL) and Small Heath (SMA)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 00:00 Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 09:10 - 23:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Between platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Between Platforms 1 & 2.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside station entrance
