- Must visit
The Dock Museum
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £155 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £155, while a train costs an average of £155.
Distance: 221 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£155 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £155 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-104.01. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 37m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G89047+ G00849 | Delayed 9:50 8:30Coventry station (COV) | 4h32 | 13:02 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 1 change | |
W33935+ C17235 | On time 10:35 Coventry station (COV) | 3h47 | 14:22 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 1 change | |
C00581+ G89072+ W11297 | Delayed 10:34 10:56Coventry station (COV) | 4h09 | 15:05 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 2 changes | |
W34286+ G89051 | On time 11:36 Coventry station (COV) | 4h29 | 16:05 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 1 change | |
C01372+ C17206 | On time 12:36 Coventry station (COV) | 4h33 | 17:09 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 1 change | |
W34290+ G89053 | On time 13:36 Coventry station (COV) | 4h17 | 17:53 Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 19:52. The fastest train covers the 221 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 221 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 19:52 |
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Discover the best of Barrow-in-Furness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barrow-in-Furness trip today.
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Arts venue with changing exhibitions, prints and community shows in a restored building close to the town centre.
Volunteer-run aviation museum featuring aircraft, engines and displays connected with local aviation heritage on Walney Island.
Long sandy beach and coastal reserve on Walney Island, popular for walks, birdwatching and views across the Irish Sea.
Large public park with boating lake, miniature railway, play areas and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed family visit.
A scenic shoreline area with paths, sea views and a beach, well suited to gentle walks and watching coastal birdlife.
A classic Cumbrian sausage flavoured with black pepper and spices, traditionally linked to local butchers across Furness and the wider county.
A rich fruitcake from Cumbria made with dried fruit, spice and tea, long baked for celebrations and afternoon tea in local homes.
A traditional Cumbrian dessert of breadcrumbs, dried fruit and brown sugar, usually steamed or baked and served with cream or custard.
Established town-centre Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Stylish restaurant in a country house hotel on Walney Island, serving modern British dishes in a quieter setting.
Popular casual venue serving pizzas, burgers and grill dishes in a lively modern setting near the town centre.
Generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities. Hotels, meals and local travel are fairly priced, though options are limited and peak dates can raise accommodation costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares and small café bills if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Coventry to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Coventry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry: 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.
Coventry Arena is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry Arena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Coventry Arena.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Coventry Arena: Parking.
Available at Coventry Arena: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry Arena: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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