The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) on Sat, Jul 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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.
9:33 AM1h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:09 AMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$191One-way0 transfers
5:07 AM1h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:40 AMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$231One-way0 transfers
8:33 PM1h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:10 PMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$341One-way0 transfers
7:12 PM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:57 PMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$561One-way0 transfers
5:07 AM1h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:40 AMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$231One-way0 transfers
9:33 AM1h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:09 AMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$191One-way0 transfers
8:33 PM1h37Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:10 PMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$341One-way0 transfers
7:12 PM1h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:57 PMSmethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB):
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
The journey is about 15m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 49m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $37 (€31)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:07 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h33 | 6:40 AM Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h36 | 11:09 AM Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 8:57 PM Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h37 | 10:10 PM Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 8:33 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) 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 Galton Bridge (SGB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Smethwick Galton Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Smethwick Galton Bridge (SGB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Smethwick Galton Bridge from Smethwick city centre
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.
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