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Black Country Living Museum
Open-air museum of historic buildings, transport and workshops. One of the region’s top heritage days out and easy to reach from Smethwick.
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Compare train and coach for Solihull to Smethwick
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Solihull to Smethwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 16 km
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The cheapest way to travel from Solihull to Smethwick is a coach with an average price of £5.
The fastest way to travel from Solihull to Smethwick is by train with an average journey time of 28m.
Other travel options to Smethwick take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Solihull and Smethwick including taking a train and coach.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Smethwick
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Solihull to Smethwick and enjoy the approximately 16 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 24m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 23:19 |
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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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways from Solihull to Smethwick trainsWest Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Solihull and Smethwick from £5. 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 West Midlands Trains Duration
29m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£6
West Midlands Trains frequency
20 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
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
26m
Chiltern Railways frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
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
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Smethwick
Things to do in Smethwick
Discover the best of Smethwick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Smethwick trip today.
- Recommended
Birmingham Canal Navigations Main Line Pumping Station
Canal-side museum at the former pumping station, explaining Birmingham’s waterways and steam power. A strong local-industrial visit near Smethwick.
- Recommended
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Major city-centre museum with art, archaeology and local history collections. A dependable cultural stop within a short trip from Smethwick.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large urban park with lakes, woodland and open lawns. Ideal for walks, picnics and a relaxed break close to central Smethwick.
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Galton Valley Canal Heritage Area
Canal-side heritage area around locks, bridges and former pumping works. Great for an easy walk through Smethwick’s industrial landscape.
BCN Old Main Line
Historic canal line with towpaths and waterside views. Best for walking or cycling through a quieter side of Smethwick’s industrial past.
Balti
A Balti curry cooked and served in a thin pressed-steel bowl. It is tied to the Birmingham and Black Country area and is a local eating-out staple.
Jalfrezi
A fast-cooked curry of Bangladeshi origin popular in the West Midlands. It is especially associated with the Bangladeshi communities of nearby Birmingham and Smethwick.
Faggots and peas
A Midlands classic of faggots in rich onion gravy, usually served with peas and mash. It reflects Black Country working-class food traditions.
Veggie Hut
Popular Punjabi vegetarian restaurant known for dosas, curries and sweets. Bright, casual and busy with local families and regulars.
The Old Crown
Classic canal-side pub by Galton Bridge serving cask ales and British pub food. Historic setting makes it a good stop for local atmosphere.
Shambhu's Sweetmart
Long-running Indian vegetarian spot serving South Indian and North Indian dishes. Informal atmosphere and a strong local following.
Pound sterling (£)
Smethwick is moderate by UK standards, with cheaper dining and stays than central Birmingham, while local trains and buses keep day-to-day travel costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Solihull to Smethwick train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull to Smethwick 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 Smethwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Solihull to Smethwick covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 23 per day.
The train distance from Solihull to Smethwick is 16 km.
The first train from Solihull to Smethwick leaves at 5:41.
The last train from Solihull to Smethwick departs at 23:19.
Trains from Solihull to Smethwick run approximately 23 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Solihull to Smethwick.
Yes, there is a direct train between Solihull and Smethwick. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
To get from Solihull to Smethwick, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Solihull to Smethwick.
The train station in Solihull that goes to Smethwick is Solihull station (SOL), and it arrives at Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB).
The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Smethwick is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Solihull to Smethwick in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Solihull to Smethwick offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with glimpses of green spaces and residential areas, but it is not generally considered a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Solihull to Smethwick is feasible since the journey takes 24m and trains run 9 times per day. The distance is 16 km.
You might want to spend 1-2 days in Smethwick to explore its local attractions, enjoy its cultural offerings, and experience the local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Solihull to Smethwick.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Solihull and Smethwick
Most Solihull to Smethwick trains use the Solihull to Smethwick Galton Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at The Hawthorns. Use this guide to compare Solihull and Smethwick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Solihull
Arrival train stations in Smethwick
Which Solihull station do trains to Smethwick leave from?
Trains from Solihull to Smethwick leave from Solihull. The station is from Solihull city centre at Solihull station, Station Approach, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 1LE.
SolihullSolihull station, Station Approach, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 1LE
City-centre transport
Getting to Solihull from Solihull city centre
BusA7, A8, 665, 664, 630, 631 · 4m · £2 · every ~20 min
Solihull train station facilities and services
Solihull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: 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.
OltonOlton station, Warwick Road, Solihull, West Midlands, B92 7AR
City-centre transport
Getting to Olton from Solihull city centre
Olton is 3 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainStratford-upon-Avon - Worcester Foregate Street, Dorridge - Stourbridge Junction, Dorridge - Birmingham Snow Hill, Dorridge - Worcester Foregate Street, Dorridge - Worcester Shrub Hill, Leamington Spa - Worcester Foregate Street, Leamington Spa - Birmingham Snow Hill, Leamington Spa - Worcester Shrub Hill · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus1S, 4 · 7m · £2 · every ~29 min
630 · 9m · £2 · every ~3 min
98, 99, 99A · 11m · every ~10 min
630, 631 · 15m · every ~4 min
Olton train station facilities and services
Olton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Olton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Olton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Olton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Olton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Olton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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: Yes.
Widney ManorWidney Manor station, Widney Manor Road, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 3JW
City-centre transport
Getting to Widney Manor from Solihull city centre
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBirmingham Snow Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Foregate Street - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester Shrub Hill - Dorridge, Stourbridge Junction - Dorridge, Birmingham Snow Hill - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge, Worcester Foregate Street - Leamington Spa, Birmingham Snow Hill - Leamington Spa, Worcester Shrub Hill - Leamington Spa, Kidderminster - Stratford-upon-Avon, Birmingham Moor Street - Leamington Spa · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus188 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min
Widney Manor train station facilities and services
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Widney Manor: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Smethwick station do trains from Solihull arrive at?
Trains from Solihull to Smethwick most often arrive at Smethwick Galton Bridge. Some services arrive at The Hawthorns, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Smethwick arrival station.
Smethwick Galton BridgeSmethwick Galton Bridge station, Oldbury Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 1HU+44 333 311 0039
City-centre transport
Getting to Smethwick Galton Bridge from Smethwick city centre
Bus87, 80 · 9m · £2 · every ~80 min
54 · 12m · every ~5 min
Smethwick Galton Bridge train station facilities and services
Smethwick Galton Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Smethwick Galton Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Smethwick Galton Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Smethwick Galton Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Smethwick Galton Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Smethwick Galton Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are 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.
The HawthornsThe Hawthorns station, Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B66 2HB+44 800 024 8998
City-centre transport
Getting to The Hawthorns from Smethwick city centre
The Hawthorns is 1 km from Smethwick city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus87, 80 · 23m · £2 · every ~80 min
The Hawthorns train station facilities and services
The Hawthorns has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at The Hawthorns.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at The Hawthorns. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at The Hawthorns: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at The Hawthorns: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at The Hawthorns: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Smethwick Rolfe StreetSmethwick Rolfe Street station, Rolfe Street, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 2AF+44 121 565 2984
City-centre transport
Getting to Smethwick Rolfe Street from Smethwick city centre
Bus87, 80 · 4m · £2 · every ~80 min
Smethwick Rolfe Street train station facilities and services
Smethwick Rolfe Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Smethwick Rolfe Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Smethwick Rolfe Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Smethwick Rolfe Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Smethwick Rolfe Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Smethwick Rolfe Street: 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.
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