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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Coventry
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Coventry will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
It's difficult to get from Guildford to Coventry without transferring at least once.
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11:08 AM2h19Guildford1:27 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer- 12:08 PM2h19Guildford2:27 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 1:08 PM2h19Guildford3:27 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 1:47 PM2h12Guildford3:59 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 2:08 PM2h19Guildford4:27 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 4:47 PM2h09Guildford6:56 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 1:47 PM2h12Guildford3:59 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 2:45 PM2h14Guildford4:59 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 8:08 PM2h14Guildford10:22 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
- 11:08 AM2h19Guildford1:27 PMCoventry$1581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Guildford to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Coventry:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Coventry costing on average $79 (€65).
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 59m by train vs 2h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $79 (€65) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Guildford to Coventry train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Coventry trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:08 AM Guildford | 2h19 | 1:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 12:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 2:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 1:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 3:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 1:47 PM Guildford | 2h12 | 3:59 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 2:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 4:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 2:45 PM Guildford | 2h14 | 4:59 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 3:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 5:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 4:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 6:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 4:47 PM Guildford | 2h09 | 6:56 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 5:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 7:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 6:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 8:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 7:08 PM Guildford | 2h19 | 9:27 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
| 8:08 PM Guildford | 2h14 | 10:22 PM Coventry | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Coventry
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Trains from Guildford to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Coventry trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Coventry from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
South Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Guildford to Coventry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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
Popular train stations from Guildford to Coventry
Most Guildford to Coventry trains use the Guildford to Coventry station pair, with some services arriving at Canley. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Coventry leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Coventry station do trains from Guildford 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 Canley from Coventry city centre
Canley is 2 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Canley train station facilities and services
Canley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canley. 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 Canley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Canley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canley: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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