- Must visit
The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Coventry’s leading museum and gallery, covering local history, transport, costume, and art in an engaging city-centre venue.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Coventry will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 25 buses that leave London for Coventry on Tue, Aug 25, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Coventry:
A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Coventry costing on average $42.
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Coventry buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX422 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 2:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h56 | 2:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 2:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX400 | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 8:10 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h05 | 9:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 10:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 9:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 12:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 11:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX707 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 2:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX460 | 11:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h20 | 4:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h10 | 3:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 3:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 4:10 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX460 | 1:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 5h25 | 6:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX460 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 6:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 3h20 | 7:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 7:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:15 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX707 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 12:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h15 | 11:15 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX460 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London to Coventry run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Coventry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coventry trip today.
Coventry’s leading museum and gallery, covering local history, transport, costume, and art in an engaging city-centre venue.
Award-winning museum celebrating Coventry’s cycle, car, and engineering heritage, with major collections and immersive displays.
Artist-led gallery and studio complex in FarGo Village, popular for contemporary art, creative events, and independent culture.
Historic street of timber-framed buildings and cobbles, giving one of the best surviving glimpses of medieval Coventry.
Creative retail quarter built on a former industrial site, known for indie shops, street art, events, and a lively local atmosphere.
Major city-centre park with formal gardens, memorials, sports facilities, and broad green space popular with locals year-round.
A pork and herb sausage linked to nearby Warwickshire. It is a well-known regional specialty often served with mash or in breakfast dishes.
A soft white bap filled with chips, popular across Coventry and the West Midlands as a cheap, filling local fast-food staple.
A classic Midlands pork pie associated with nearby Melton Mowbray. Common in Coventry pubs, markets, and picnic spreads.
Refined modern British fine dining with tasting menus and polished service. One of Coventry’s best-known special-occasion restaurants.
Popular Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries, and seafood in a relaxed, long-established venue near the city centre.
Stylish city-centre Indian restaurant known for creative curries, grills, and contemporary presentation in an upbeat setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, casual meals, and coffee are fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Pool Meadow Bus Station -> Coventry City Centre
Coventry is the Midlands town famous for Lady Godiva, for having to rebuild extensively after devastating war damage, and for developing a diverse local music scene. With plenty of students in the city, it's handy that there are frequent direct London to Coventry bus connections, offering an alternative to the train for budget conscious travelers. Journey times average around two hours and 30 minutes for the trip to the Midlands, with departures including morning, afternoon, evening and late night services.
All direct London to Coventry bus services are provided by National Express, the UK's national bus company. Some additional indirect National Express services involve one change en route, at Milton Keynes Coachway, Luton Airport or Heathrow Airport.
The fastest National Express connection on the 88 mile route north-west from London to Coventry is a late night departure from Victoria Coach Station which completes the trip to the West Midlands in two hours and 15 minutes. Most direct buses take ten to 35 minutes longer to reach Coventry. The fastest indirect bus, via Milton Keynes, takes three hours and 15 minutes.
National Express timetables offer 11 daily direct London to Coventry bus services. In addition there are seven daily indirect connections from London with various routes, requiring one change in transit. Departure times range from early morning to 1:00 a.m. with hourly connections to Coventry during the day.
Departure Bus Station: London Victoria Coach Station is the main hub for long distance bus travel in the capital. Located south-west of central London, Victoria Coach Station has numerous public transport options including buses stopping on Buckingham Palace Road and Underground trains from the Victoria Tube station. The station concourse has baggage storage facilities., coffee shops, ATMs, a food supermarket, bakery, a news vendor and taxi stands.
Arrival Bus Station: Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station is located on the northern side of the city center, with bus services from adjacent stands and additional local bus routes stopping on Hales Street. Station facilities include food kiosks, a coffee shop, ATMs, a news vendor, restrooms and taxi stands.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Coventry by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Coventry buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop). Use this guide to compare London and Coventry bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and food outlets within the university are accessible.
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop). ATMs are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Access ramps and assistance for disabled passengers available.
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