4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Coventry
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
32
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Coventry will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 32 trains that leave Manchester for Coventry on Sat, Jun 20, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
G010334:25 PM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)6:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$391One-way0 transfers- G0101410:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G0101711:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G010375:25 PM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G010313:25 PM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G010251:25 PM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)3:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$501One-way0 transfers
- G010109:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:23 AMCoventry station (COV)$931One-way0 transfers
- G0101410:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G0101711:25 AM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$451One-way0 transfers
- G0102112:25 PM1h58Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:23 PMCoventry station (COV)$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 $13, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Manchester to Coventry:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Coventry costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 6m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $54 (€44) 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
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
Manchester to Coventry train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Coventry trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:25 AM Manchester | 1h58 | 9:23 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:15 AM Manchester | 2h43 | 10:58 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Manchester | 1h58 | 10:23 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 AM Manchester | 2h44 | 11:38 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:03 AM Manchester | 2h05 | 11:08 AM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:25 PM Manchester | 1h58 | 8:23 PM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:25 PM Manchester | 1h59 | 9:24 PM Coventry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Coventry.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Coventry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Manchester to Coventry trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester and Coventry from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Coventry
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
Popular train stations from Manchester to 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 Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 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.
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.
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