🚌 Bus from Smethwick to Oldbury
4 direct routes · about 10 min · first bus 04:20, last bus 16:54 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | National Express West Midlands | ~10 min | 141 | 04:20 | 16:54 | Smethwick Galton Bridge Station (opposite) |
| 89 | National Express West Midlands | ~6 min | 45 | 05:32 | 23:07 | Blue Gates (outside) |
| 54 | Diamond Bus | ~28 min | 24 | 06:33 | 19:35 | Blue Gates (near) |
| HC4 | Thandi Red Limited | ~6 min | 1 | 07:43 | 07:43 | Smethwick Hall Park (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Smethwick 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 Smethwick to Oldbury?
4 routes run directly from Smethwick to Oldbury: the 87 (National Express West Midlands), the 89 (National Express West Midlands), the 54 (Diamond Bus), the HC4 (Thandi Red Limited).
How long does the bus take from Smethwick to Oldbury?
Around 10 minutes on the 87, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Smethwick to Oldbury?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 87) leaves around 04:20 and the last around 16:54. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Smethwick to Oldbury?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.