How to travel from London to Coventry

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Compare train and bus for London to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. 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 $7, and a train costs an average of $17.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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$35

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$12

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$54

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2h 27m

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3h 1m

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2h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from London to Coventry is a bus with an average price of $12 (€9).

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

A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Coventry costing on average $35 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from London to Coventry is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Coventry take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Coventry among Omio's users.

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from London to Coventry

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • West Midlands TrainsC17931
    10:56 AM1h48
    London Euston (EUS)
    12:44 PMCoventry station (COV)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • West Midlands TrainsC17931
    10:56 AM1h48
    London Euston (EUS)
    12:44 PMCoventry station (COV)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW34151
    9:10 AM0h54
    London Euston (EUS)
    10:04 AMCoventry station (COV)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsY80832
    10:23 AM1h51
    London Euston (EUS)
    12:14 PMCoventry station (COV)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17953 · W11277
    6:43 AM2h15
    London Euston (EUS)
    8:58 AMCoventry station (COV)
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsY80826
    9:56 AM1h48
    London Euston (EUS)
    11:44 AMCoventry station (COV)
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 AM2h30
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    9:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM2h30
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    7:10 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 AM3h05
    London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    9:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from London to Coventry

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from London to Coventry, 62,33% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from London to Coventry and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from London to Coventry

Travel to Coventry 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 London to Coventry.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Coventry is a bus with an average price of $12 (€9).

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

A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Coventry costing on average $35 (€29).

The fastest way to travel from London to Coventry is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Coventry take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 31m.

The distance from London to Coventry is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Coventry is:
  • Around 36 trains per day.
  • Around 28 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Coventry 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 London to Coventry:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Coventry station (COV).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Coventry, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Coventry by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains to go to Coventry by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Coventry with the following travel companies:
  • 19 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
  • 27 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Omio customers who travel from London to Coventry often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), Birmingham, Birmingham New Street (BHM), Manchester, Leicester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Coventry and these popular destinations at a great price.

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