The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Manchester
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
13RM
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
31RM
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 4 m
Trains on 29 Sept
7
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Manchester will cost around 31RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 13RM.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 7 trains from Coventry to Manchester, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
5:30 PM2h43Coventry8:13 PMManchester13 RM1One-way0 changes
9:45 PM2h10Coventry11:55 PMManchester24 RM1One-way0 changes
7:30 AM1h59Coventry9:29 AMManchester27 RM1One-way0 changes
8:30 AM1h59Coventry10:29 AMManchester33 RM1One-way0 changes
2:30 PM1h59Coventry4:29 PMManchester34 RM1One-way0 changes
2:30 PM1h59Coventry4:29 PMManchester34 RM1One-way0 changes
8:30 AM1h59Coventry10:29 AMManchester33 RM1One-way0 changes
7:30 AM1h59Coventry9:29 AMManchester27 RM1One-way0 changes
9:45 PM2h10Coventry11:55 PMManchester24 RM1One-way0 changes
6:45 AM2h14Coventry8:59 AMManchester38 RM1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Coventry to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Manchester trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W00332+ G00779 | Delayed 5:17 AM 6:15 AMCoventry station (COV) | 2h14 | 8:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
L05065+ G00781 | On time 6:45 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h14 | 8:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00847 | On time 7:30 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1h59 | 9:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34144+ G66716 | On time 7:35 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h24 | 9:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00849 | On time 8:30 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1h59 | 10:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80794+ G66721 | On time 8:45 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h14 | 10:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00851 | On time 9:30 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1h59 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33941+ G00854 | On time 9:36 AM Coventry station (COV) | 2h23 | 11:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Coventry to Manchester
Trains from Coventry to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 11RM but you can travel from only 10RM by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price 11RM |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 2:00 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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FAQs: Coventry to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Manchester by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Manchester
Most Coventry to Manchester trains use the Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Coventry station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Coventry train station facilities and services
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Coventry Arena from Coventry city centre
Coventry Arena is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry Arena train station facilities and services
Coventry Arena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry Arena.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry Arena: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry Arena: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry Arena: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Coventry arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester from Manchester city centre
Manchester train station facilities and services
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
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