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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 on Oct 29
$18
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$25
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
2 h 56 m
Buses on Oct 29
15
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Coventry will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 15 buses from Manchester to Coventry, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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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Buses from Manchester to Coventry run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Coventry.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Coventry buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 3:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h15 | 6:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX707 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 7:50 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h45 | 12:25 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h45 | 1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 4:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 · NX422 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 4:00 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX181 · NX777 | 4:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 8:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2h55 | 7:45 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX707 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h35 | 10:20 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX777 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h00 | 11:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 · NX707 | 11:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 3h55 | 3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h15 | 4:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 · NX707 | 1:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX777 | 2:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 6:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Coventry buses use the Manchester, 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 Manchester and Coventry bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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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