- Must visit
Coventry Transport Museum
Major museum on Britain’s road transport story, with cycles, cars and interactive displays in the city centre.
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Coventry will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 8 trains that leave Manchester for Coventry every day 8 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 129 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£39 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Coventry trains for today, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01138+ W33940 | On time 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 10:08 Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
G01005 | On time 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 10:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01144+ W34130 | On time 9:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 11:08 Coventry station (COV) | 1 change | |
G01009 | On time 9:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 11:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01013 | On time 10:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h58 | 12:23 Coventry station (COV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:15 Manchester | 2h43 | 8:58 Coventry | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 3:40 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Coventry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coventry trip today.
Major museum on Britain’s road transport story, with cycles, cars and interactive displays in the city centre.
Free museum in the cathedral quarter exploring local history, global connections and social change through varied galleries.
Compact gallery on the University of Warwick campus presenting modern and contemporary art in changing exhibitions.
Pedestrian-friendly city-centre square known for the Lady Godiva statue and nearby historic and cultural sights.
Central square and public gathering place beside the cathedrals, often used for events and a useful base for exploring.
Restored medieval shopping street with timber-framed buildings, independent shops and a strong sense of old Coventry.
A spiced boiled pork sausage linked to medieval Coventry. It is a historic local speciality once famed across the city.
A triangular puff pastry filled with minced meat, onion and spices, traditionally served at fairs and festivities in Coventry.
Blue cheese made in nearby Warwickshire from cow’s milk. Creamy, rich and closely associated with the historic county around Coventry.
Well-known Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a smart, busy atmosphere.
Popular city-centre Indian restaurant known for curries and tandoori dishes in a lively yet polished setting.
Stylish modern British dining inside Coombe Abbey Hotel, suited to a more refined meal in historic surroundings.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and everyday costs suit most city-break budgets.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafés: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
Official public transport app
Coventry station -> Coventry City Centre
The distance between Manchester and Coventry is 134 miles, with trains completing the journey in between 1 hours 50 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes. Direct routes are provided by the CrossCountry service from Manchester Picadilly station to Coventry railway station. There are indirect routes that incorporate a change of train that are run by Virgin Trains and London Midlands. Trains from Manchester to Coventry run regularly with approximately 48 trains per day linking the two cities. During peak times, trains from Manchester to Coventry run every 5 minutes, and every 10-15 minutes at off peak times.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Most Manchester to Coventry trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Coventry station pair, with some services arriving at Coventry Arena. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 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.
Canley is 2 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Canley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Canley.
Ticket office support is available at Canley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Canley: Parking.
Available at Canley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Canley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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.
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