How to travel from Coventry to Liverpool

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Compare train and bus for Coventry to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a train costs an average of €48.

Distance: 92 miles (149 km)

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€48

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€48

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2h 35m

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2h 5m

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4h 9m

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3h 39m

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2h 18m

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Liverpool:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Liverpool costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Coventry to Liverpool among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 13m faster (2h 5m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly €1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€48 vs €48). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Coventry to Liverpool

How to get from Coventry to Liverpool by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Coventry to Liverpool is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 AM3h30
    Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    6:05 AMLiverpool, Liverpool One
    €101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 AM3h30
    Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    6:05 AMLiverpool, Liverpool One
    €101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00851+West Midlands TrainsC17771
    9:30 AM2h12
    Coventry station (COV)
    11:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    €681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryG00849+West Midlands TrainsC17810
    8:30 AM2h12
    Coventry station (COV)
    10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    €681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Avanti West CoastW34105+CrossCountryG00844+Avanti West CoastW33983
    8:06 AM2h17
    Coventry station (COV)
    10:23 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    €681One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33941 · W34237
    9:36 AM2h28
    Coventry station (COV)
    12:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    €681One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX707 · NX541
    5:05 PM5h00
    Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    10:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    €231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX707 · NX541
    10:35 AM6h55
    Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    5:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX777 · NX421
    4:20 AM4h15
    Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    8:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    €251One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Coventry to Liverpool

Travel to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Coventry to Liverpool.

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There are 2 options to travel between Coventry and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Liverpool:

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Liverpool costing on average €48.

The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 9m.

The distance from Coventry to Liverpool is approximately 92 miles (149 km).
The average frequency per day from Coventry to Liverpool is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Coventry and Liverpool as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Coventry to Liverpool:
  • Trains mostly depart from Coventry station (COV) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
  • Buses mostly depart from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station and arrive in Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Coventry to Liverpool, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Liverpool by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Liverpool by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Coventry to Liverpool:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Coventry to Liverpool often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Liverpool and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Liverpool to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle for street art, bars, and music venues, and take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views. Visit the Walker Art Gallery and enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. Discover the city's history at the Museum of Liverpool. Don't miss The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall for iconic sights and experiences.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Liverpool is ideal to explore its key attractions such as The Beatles Story, the Royal Albert Dock, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also allowing time to enjoy the local culture and dining.
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