The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to Coventry
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Coventry will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ilford 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 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 train and coach for Ilford to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 144 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilford to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Coventry coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Ilford | 3h10 | 14:10 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 06:05 Ilford | 2h30 | 08:35 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to Coventry
Buses from Ilford to Coventry run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 144 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 144 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Ilford to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Ilford to Coventry with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ilford to Coventry coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford 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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