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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff Central (CDF) for Coventry station (COV) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 154 km
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h38 | 15:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
| 06:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2h38 | 09:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 17:20 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Coventry station (COV) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Coventry station (COV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) and Coventry station (COV)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Desk- 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.
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