🚌 Bus from Birmingham to Smethwick
5 direct routes · about 40 min · first bus 05:45, last bus 17:30 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | National Express West Midlands | ~40 min | 148 | 05:45 | 17:30 | Markets (Stop MK2) |
| 87 | National Express West Midlands | ~32 min | 141 | 04:00 | 16:13 | Colmore Row (Stop SH1) |
| 89 | National Express West Midlands | ~24 min | 45 | 06:05 | 23:30 | Midland Met Hospital (Stop MB) |
| 54 | Diamond Bus | ~40 min | 24 | 06:19 | 19:14 | Fleming Road (after) |
| NB2 | New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London) | ~10 min | 2 | 12:50 | 17:50 | Soho Road (near) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Birmingham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Birmingham to Smethwick?
5 routes run directly from Birmingham to Smethwick: the 80 (National Express West Midlands), the 87 (National Express West Midlands), the 89 (National Express West Midlands), the 54 (Diamond Bus), the NB2 (New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)).
How long does the bus take from Birmingham to Smethwick?
Around 40 minutes on the 80, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Birmingham to Smethwick?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 80) leaves around 05:45 and the last around 17:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Birmingham to Smethwick?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.