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Cheap train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C21991
08:060h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C21993
09:060h21
Coventry station (COV)
09:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Cheapest
Avanti West Coast
C22062
08:270h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Railway
C76056
08:120h32
Coventry station (COV)
08:44Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Cross Country
C79933
08:300h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes

Coventry to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 November
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Avanti West Coast
C21991
08:06 Coventry station (COV)0h21 08:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
West Midlands Railway
C76056
08:12 Coventry station (COV)0h32 08:44 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C22062
08:27 Coventry station (COV)0h21 08:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Cross Country
C79933
08:30 Coventry station (COV)0h21 08:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
West Midlands Railway
C76059
08:45 Coventry station (COV)0h29 09:14 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C21993
09:06 Coventry station (COV)0h21 09:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM)0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham?

The best time to book your train from Coventry to Birmingham is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Coventry to Birmingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Coventry to Birmingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Coventry to Birmingham.

Train times from Coventry to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Fastest Journey

21 m

Average

24 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

28 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Coventry for Birmingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C21991
08:060h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C21993
09:060h21
Coventry station (COV)
09:27Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Avanti West Coast
C22062
08:270h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Cross Country
C79933
08:300h21
Coventry station (COV)
08:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Railway
C76059
08:450h29
Coventry station (COV)
09:14Birmingham New Street (BHM)
£61One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Coventry to Birmingham

Trains from Coventry to Birmingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
27 km
Average train duration
23m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Train providers
4
Fastest train
20m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains Coventry to Birmingham

For as little as £2 you can travel by train between Coventry and Birmingham with West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Coventry to Birmingham train information with West Midlands Trains:

  • Average Duration: 19 min
  • Cheapest Price: £2

Trains from Coventry to Birmingham: Journey Details

There are plenty of departures every day from Coventry to Birmingham, and the journey will only take 30 minutes, which makes it a great day trip destination. Trains from Coventry to Birmingham are operated by Virgin, Cross Country and London Midland, with regular departures owing to Coventry's position on the mainline. The earliest train departs at around 5:50 a.m., while there will usually be a late service just after 1:00 a.m. to finish the day. Peak fares apply throughout the day during the week, but on weekends Super Off Peak discounts can be purchased. All trains travel direct, with no changes required.

Taking the Train from Coventry

Trains from Coventry to Birmingham depart from Coventry's main train station, which is located a couple of miles south of the city centre. To get to the station from the city centre, the best option is to catch bus number 11, which also covers the University of Warwick campus in the city. For those coming from the west, Canley station is a few minutes by train from Coventry, while from the southern suburbs it might be best to book a taxi. There are few late night buses, so a taxi is also recommended for late departures.

Getting into Birmingham by Train

One of the great seedbeds of the Industrial Revolution, a famous sporting city, a centre of popular music and a vibrant metropolis in its own right, Birmingham offers so much for day trippers to enjoy. Trains from Coventry to Birmingham arrive at the city's New Street station. It's easy to walk from there to the city centre. You can catch connecting trains to the NEC exhibition centre, while trains also run to Witton for those who want to catch an Aston Villa football match. The city isn't well served by night buses, but taxis are a plentiful and affordable alternative.

FAQs: Coventry to Birmingham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Coventry to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Coventry to Birmingham.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham can start from as little as £2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Coventry to Birmingham is £5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Coventry to Birmingham train travel time is 20 min   for the 17 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Coventry to Birmingham leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Coventry to Birmingham leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Coventry to Birmingham without having to change trains with West Midlands Trains or Avanti West Coast. There are 7 direct trains from Coventry to Birmingham each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Coventry to Birmingham you can take a train with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or Chiltern Railways. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Coventry to Birmingham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Coventry, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Birmingham New Street, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Birmingham from Coventry is worth doing with a journey time of 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Coventry to Birmingham is March.
You have options as you can travel from Coventry to Birmingham 2 different ways: coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Birmingham

Coventry
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Coventry is Coventry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry for your trip from Coventry to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Public transport options for Coventry
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your journey to Birmingham from Coventry.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Public transport options for Birmingham International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
  • 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.

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