Southall to Smethwick bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southall to Smethwick

Showing times and prices for Jun 06

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$30

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 20 m

Buses per day

27

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southall to Smethwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southall to Smethwick will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast buses

Of the 27 buses that leave Southall for Smethwick on Sat, Jun 06, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM3h10
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    7:40 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 PM2h50
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    7:40 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:10 PM2h35
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    4:45 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 PM2h55
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    4:45 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 PM3h00
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    8:35 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Southall to Smethwick

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southall to Smethwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $73.

Distance: 96 miles (155 km)

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Bus
Train
Driving

$24

Average price

Cheapest

$79

Average price

$42

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 5m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Megabus

Most popular bus company

Chiltern Railways

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Southall to Smethwick is a bus with an average price of $24 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Southall to Smethwick:

A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southall to Smethwick costing on average $79 (€64).

The fastest way to travel from Southall to Smethwick is by train with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Smethwick take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southall and Smethwick including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Southall to Smethwick among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€14). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by Megabus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London).

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Southall to Smethwick Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:15AM
Arrival Time
02:40AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:40AM
Arrival Time
03:10AM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
08:05AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
10:55AM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:35AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$0.00
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:45AM
Arrival Time
01:25PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:05AM
Arrival Time
01:25PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$0.00
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$27
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$27
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:35PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:55PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
10:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:50PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
12:05AM
Duration
2h55
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
01:35AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
01:35AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:15PM
Arrival Time
01:25AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:55PM
Arrival Time
02:40AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$28

Live departures

Southall to Smethwick bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southall to Smethwick buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBus8:50 PM Southall
3h15
12:05 AM Smethwick0 transfersDirect
Saturday, June 6
FlixBusFlixBus12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
2:40 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h30
3:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
9:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
9:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h35
10:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h15
10:50 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
12:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
12:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h40
1:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h20
1:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h45
2:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h25
2:35 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2h55
4:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
2h35
4:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Southall to Smethwick buses with Omio?

Megabus as well as National Express or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) offer buses services from Southall to Smethwick.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southall to Smethwick.

Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) to find the best option for your trip from Southall to Smethwick.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southall to Smethwick.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) to find the best option for your trip from Southall to Smethwick.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southall to Smethwick.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southall to Smethwick

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Buses from Southall to Smethwick run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.

There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 10m.

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
96 miles (155 km)
Average bus duration
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€15)
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
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

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) from Southall to SmethwickYou can travel by bus between Southall to Smethwick with Megabus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Megabus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€22)
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Southall to Smethwick

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southall to Smethwick by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Smethwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Southall to Smethwick can start from as little as $19 (€15) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Southall to Smethwick is $24 (€19) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Southall to Smethwick is 2h 10m to travel the 96 miles (155 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Southall to Smethwick leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Southall to Smethwick leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from Southall to Smethwick with Megabus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Southall to Smethwick, you can count on Megabus, National Express, New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) for the best way to get you to Smethwick. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Southall and Smethwick and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Southall , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Greenford Roundabout, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Smethwick , you can end your journey in bus stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Brunel Street, Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Hagley Road West .Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Smethwick from Southall is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Southall to Smethwick is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southall and Smethwick including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Southall to Smethwick:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Southall to Smethwick for bus company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Southall to Smethwick depends on the bus companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Southall to Smethwick.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Southall to Smethwick:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Southall to Smethwick:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Southall to Smethwick.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Southall to Smethwick with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Southall to Smethwick with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Southall to Smethwick with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express.
Since neither Southall nor Smethwick are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Southall to Smethwick among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Smethwick, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and public transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers unfamiliar with official rates and unsolicited offers for assistance that may lead to inflated fees. Staying alert in busy marketplaces and using licensed transportation helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Southall to Smethwick

Southall
Smethwick
Birmingham, Hagley Road West
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