How to travel from Southampton to Coventry

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Compare train and bus for Southampton to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €51.

Distance: 103 miles (167 km)

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€51

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€22

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€37

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3h 22m

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2h 52m

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4h 10m

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3h 40m

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2h 20m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Coventry is a bus with an average price of €22.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Coventry costing on average €51.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Coventry is by train with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Coventry take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Southampton to Coventry among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-14.07. The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Southampton to Coventry

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 AM4h10
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    10:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 AM4h10
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    10:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00860
    9:15 AM2h12
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    11:27 AMCoventry station (COV)
    1311One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG00867
    11:15 AM2h13
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    1:28 PMCoventry station (COV)
    521One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78755 · L79161+CrossCountryG00857
    6:53 AM3h34
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    10:27 AMCoventry station (COV)
    661One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78783+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33180
    11:54 AM5h31
    Southampton Central (SOU)
    5:25 PMCoventry station (COV)
    951One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:20 AM4h15
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    8:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    221One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX032 · NX460
    8:05 AM6h35
    Southampton, University
    2:40 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX160 · NX707
    12:10 PM5h10
    Southampton, Coach Station
    5:20 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
    231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Southampton 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 Southampton to Coventry.

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There are 2 options to travel between Southampton and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Coventry is a bus with an average price of €22.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Coventry costing on average €51.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Coventry is by train with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Coventry take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 10m.

The distance from Southampton to Coventry is approximately 103 miles (167 km).
The average frequency per day from Southampton to Coventry is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton 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 Southampton to Coventry:
  • Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Coventry station (COV).
  • Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Coach Station and arrive in Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southampton to Coventry, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Coventry by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Coventry by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Southampton to Coventry with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Omio customers who travel from Southampton to Coventry often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Birmingham, Birmingham New Street (BHM), Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Coventry and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Coventry to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Coventry, plan to spend at least 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like Coventry Cathedral, the Coventry Transport Museum, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.
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