Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Smethwick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Smethwick

With a population of 12,842, Smethwick is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Smethwick to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Smethwick

If you’re looking for affordable options, B1 Restaurant (Central Square) and Casa Italia- Birmingham (491 Hagley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Smethwick

Smethwick in September
Estimated hotel price
£42
1 night at 3-star hotel
Smethwick in September
Estimated hotel price
£42
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Smethwick

Plane

When flying to Smethwick, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Smethwick departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Smethwick, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Smethwick to London takes 1h 05m and costs around £101 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smethwick is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 104 miles from Smethwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smethwick, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Smethwick takes 95 miles and will cost you around £21. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £19 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

When flying to Smethwick, you’ll arrive at Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Smethwick departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Smethwick, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Smethwick to London takes 1h 05m and costs around £101 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Smethwick is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 104 miles from Smethwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Smethwick, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Smethwick takes 95 miles and will cost you around £21. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £19 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Smethwick

BHXBirmingham
EMANottingham East Midlands
MANManchester

Airlines serving Smethwick

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Smethwick

Most booked hotels in Smethwick

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Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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easyHotel Birmingham
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£37+
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Travelodge Birmingham Airport
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£31+
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Travelodge Birmingham Central
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£35+
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Ph Hostel Birmingham
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£23+
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Ibis Budget Birmingham Centre
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£29+
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Hiring a car in Smethwick

Hiring a car in Smethwick costs £48 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Smethwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Smethwick is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Smethwick costs £48 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Smethwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Smethwick is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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