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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Coventry
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
$64
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
$83
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
2 h 1 m
Trains on 30 Sept
11
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Coventry will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $64.
On Wed, 30 Sept, we found 11 trains from Manchester to Coventry, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
G010099:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$641One-way0 changes- G010037:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$641One-way0 changes
- G010058:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way0 changes
- G01144+
W341309:03 AM2h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:08 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way1 change - G01138+W339408:03 AM2h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:08 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way1 change
- G010058:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way0 changes
- G010099:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$641One-way0 changes
- G010037:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$641One-way0 changes
- G01144+W341309:03 AM2h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:08 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way1 change
- G01138+W339408:03 AM2h05Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:08 AMCoventry station (COV)$681One-way1 change
Live departures
Manchester to Coventry train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Coventry trains for today, Tuesday, 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34115 | Delayed 5:23 AM 6:23 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 7:40 AM 7:40 AMCoventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33953+ W11277 | Delayed 5:29 AM 6:29 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h29 | 8:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W34111+W11283 | Delayed 6:34 AM 7:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 9:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W34104+W11291 | Delayed 7:33 AM 8:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 10:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W33893+W11302 | Delayed 8:34 AM 9:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 11:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W33902+W11311 | Delayed 9:34 AM 10:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 12:58 PM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W33925+W11324 | Delayed 11:34 AM 12:34 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 2:58 PM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W33886+W11330 | Delayed 12:34 PM 1:34 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 3:58 PM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday, 30 September | |||||
| W33950 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h06 | 8:08 AM Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34115 | 6:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h15 | 8:38 AM Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33953+W11277 | 6:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h29 | 8:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| W29851+W33891 | 7:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 9:08 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| G01003 | 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 9:23 AM Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34111+W11283 | 7:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 9:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| G01138+W33940 | 8:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 10:08 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| G01005 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 10:23 AM Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34104+W11291 | 8:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h24 | 10:58 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| G01144+W34130 | 9:03 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 11:08 AM Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
| G01009 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 11:23 AM Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Coventry
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Trains from Manchester to Coventry run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Manchester to Coventry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Coventry
Most Manchester to Coventry trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Coventry station pair, with some services arriving at Coventry Arena. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Coventry leave from?
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.
Which Coventry station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
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.
Getting to Tile Hill from Coventry city centre
Tile Hill is 5 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Tile Hill train station facilities and services
Tile Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tile Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tile Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Tile Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tile Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the paved area outside the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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