The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV)
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 129 km
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 |
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![]() | 14:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 16:08 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h59 | 20:24 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h59 | 21:24 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
![]() | 04:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h12 | 06:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 08:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 08:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 10:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Coventry station (COV) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Coventry station (COV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Coventry station (COV)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- 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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