The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Coventry
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Coventry will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Durham for Coventry every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 264 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Coventry coaches for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 10h10 | 09:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 9h40 | 09:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 29 January | |||||
![]() | 14:10 Durham | 11h20 | 01:30 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:55 Durham | 9h40 | 08:35 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Coventry
Buses from Durham to Coventry run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Durham to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Durham to Coventry with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Durham to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham to Coventry by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Coventry
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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