The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV)
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Coventry station (COV) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 27 km
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 18:34 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h22 | 19:43 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:36 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h28 | 21:04 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h37 | 22:27 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:21 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h37 | 22:58 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0h21 | 07:08 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 20m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Coventry station (COV) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Coventry station (COV) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coventry station (COV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Coventry station (COV)
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

