Should I drive from Cambridge to Birmingham (UK) in rush hour or get the train (3hrs)?

Question

I have to be in Smethwick, near Birmingham (UK) tomorrow at 10am. It's easier if I drive, and I hoped it might be quicker than a 3hr train journey, plus taxi.

Am I mad for thinking of driving, and does anyone know how long it might take? Will the traffic be dreadful?

Thank you!

Answer 1

Driving from Cambridge to Smethwick shouldn't br too bad at all and will only take around 2 hours with no stops.  Rush hour isn't too bad at the moment in Brum because of the holidays so it's loads easier to get around.