Liverpool to Coventry train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Coventry

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 33 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Liverpool to Coventry will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

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

These direct trains cover the 149 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.

  • West Midlands Trains
    8:122h46
    Liverpool
    10:58Coventry
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands Trains
    9:332h31
    Liverpool
    12:04Coventry
    £211One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands Trains
    8:332h31
    Liverpool
    11:04Coventry
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands Trains
    9:122h46
    Liverpool
    11:58Coventry
    £251One-way
    0 changes
  • West Midlands Trains
    14:332h31
    Liverpool
    17:04Coventry
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 149 km

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Coach

£36

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

3h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

West Midlands Trains

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Liverpool to Coventry train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Coventry trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsC16969+CrossCountryG01039
On time
18:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h11
20:23 Coventry station (COV)
1 change
West Midlands TrainsC16972 · Y80931
On time
18:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h31
21:04 Coventry station (COV)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34121 · W34178+CrossCountryG01042
On time
18:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h40
21:23 Coventry station (COV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34121 · W34268
On time
18:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h49
21:32 Coventry station (COV)
1 change
West Midlands TrainsC16976 · P69538
On time
19:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h31
22:04 Coventry station (COV)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34166 · W34161+CrossCountryW29939
On time
19:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h41
22:24 Coventry station (COV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34166 · W34219
On time
19:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h56
22:39 Coventry station (COV)
1 change
Wednesday 15 July
West Midlands Trains7:33 Liverpool
2h25
9:58 Coventry0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains8:12 Liverpool
2h46
10:58 Coventry0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains8:33 Liverpool
2h31
11:04 Coventry0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains9:12 Liverpool
2h46
11:58 Coventry0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains9:33 Liverpool
2h31
12:04 Coventry0 changesdirect
West Midlands Trains14:33 Liverpool
2h31
17:04 Coventry0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Coventry

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Trains from Liverpool to Coventry run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 4m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
149 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
1:11
Last train
21:56
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Liverpool to Coventry trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Liverpool and Coventry from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£13
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest Price
£38
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£43
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Liverpool to Coventry train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Coventry 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Coventry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Liverpool to Coventry covers a distance of 149 km and takes approximately 2h 4m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool to Coventry is 149 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Coventry leaves at 1:11.
The last train from Liverpool to Coventry departs at 21:56.
Trains from Liverpool to Coventry run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Coventry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool to Coventry.
To get from Liverpool to Coventry, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Coventry.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Coventry is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Coventry station (COV).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Coventry is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Coventry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool to Coventry offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the English countryside, towns, and cities, but it is not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
A day trip from Liverpool to Coventry is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 4m. However, trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 149 km.
Coventry can be explored comfortably in two to three days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as Coventry Cathedral, St. Mary's Guildhall, and the Transport Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Coventry.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Coventry

Most Liverpool to Coventry trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Coventry station pair, with some services arriving at Tile Hill. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Coventry
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

Liverpool CentralLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre

BusN1 · 21m · £4
City Explorer 101 · 32m · every ~3 min

Liverpool Central train station facilities and services

Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.

Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £0.90 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m

Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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