- Must visit
Coventry Transport Museum
Major museum on Britain’s road transport story, with cycles, cars and interactive displays in the city centre.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Albans to Coventry
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Albans to Coventry run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 3h 13m.
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 109 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 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
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from St Albans to Coventry trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between St Albans and Coventry from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 West Midlands Trains Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£39
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
Complete guide to Coventry
Things to do in Coventry
Discover the best of Coventry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coventry trip today.
- Must visit
The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Free museum in the cathedral quarter exploring local history, global connections and social change through varied galleries.
- Recommended
Mead Gallery
Compact gallery on the University of Warwick campus presenting modern and contemporary art in changing exhibitions.
- Must visit
Broadgate
Pedestrian-friendly city-centre square known for the Lady Godiva statue and nearby historic and cultural sights.
- Recommended
University Square
Central square and public gathering place beside the cathedrals, often used for events and a useful base for exploring.
- Recommended
Spon Street
Restored medieval shopping street with timber-framed buildings, independent shops and a strong sense of old Coventry.
- Vegetarian
Coventry Godcake
A spiced boiled pork sausage linked to medieval Coventry. It is a historic local speciality once famed across the city.
Coventry Godcakes
A triangular puff pastry filled with minced meat, onion and spices, traditionally served at fairs and festivities in Coventry.
- Gluten-free
Warwickshire Blue
Blue cheese made in nearby Warwickshire from cow’s milk. Creamy, rich and closely associated with the historic county around Coventry.
Selminas Restaurant Bar
Well-known Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a smart, busy atmosphere.
Jinseon Korean BBQ Restaurant
Popular city-centre Indian restaurant known for curries and tandoori dishes in a lively yet polished setting.
The Garden Room Restaurant
Stylish modern British dining inside Coombe Abbey Hotel, suited to a more refined meal in historic surroundings.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and everyday costs suit most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or tip about 10%. Cafés: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.50
To the city centre
Coventry station -> Coventry City Centre
- Distance
- 350 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless card payment is available on buses in Coventry; buy before boarding only if your ticket type requires it.
- Coventry station is about 350 m south of the city centre, so walking is often quickest from the station.
FAQs: St Albans to Coventry train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.
The cost of a train ticket from St Albans to Coventry can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from St Albans to Coventry covers a distance of 109 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from St Albans to Coventry is 109 km.
The first train from St Albans to Coventry leaves at 3:55.
The last train from St Albans to Coventry departs at 23:34.
Trains from St Albans to Coventry run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Coventry.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Coventry.
To travel from St Albans to Coventry, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Coventry.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Coventry is St Albans Abbey (SAA), and it arrives at Coventry station (COV).
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Coventry is by train, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from St Albans to Coventry in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
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 St Albans to Coventry.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Coventry
Most St Albans to Coventry trains use the St Albans Abbey to Coventry station pair, with some services arriving at Canley. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Coventry train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in St Albans
Arrival train stations in Coventry
Which St Albans station do trains to Coventry leave from?
Trains from St Albans to Coventry leave from St Albans Abbey. The station is 1 km from St Albans city centre at St Albans Abbey station, Holywell Hill, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2DN.
St Albans AbbeySt Albans Abbey station, Holywell Hill, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2DN+44 3301235247
City-centre transport
Getting to St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesTowards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.
St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services
St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700
St Albans City train station facilities and services
St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Coventry station do trains from St Albans arrive at?
Trains from St Albans to Coventry most often arrive at Coventry. Some services arrive at Canley, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Coventry arrival station.
CoventryCoventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GT
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry from Coventry city centre
Bus87 · 2m · £2 · every ~2 min
Coventry 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
Food and drink options are available at Coventry.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry. ATMs are available at Coventry.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
CanleyCanley station, Canley Road, Canley, West Midlands, CV5 6BH
City-centre transport
Getting to Canley from Coventry city centre
Canley is 2 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainNorthampton - Birmingham New Street, London Euston - Birmingham New Street, Rugby - Birmingham New Street, Coventry - Birmingham New Street, London Euston - Walsall, Milton Keynes Central - Birmingham New Street · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus51, 188 · 17m · £2 · every ~5 min
Canley train station facilities and services
Canley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canley.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Canley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Coventry ArenaCoventry Arena station, Arena Park Shopping Centre, Classic Drive, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 6AS
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry Arena from Coventry city centre
Coventry Arena is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeamington Spa - Nuneaton, Coventry - Nuneaton · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min
Bus3 · 19m · every ~17 min
51 · 52m · £4 · every ~3 min
Coventry Arena train station facilities and services
Coventry Arena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Coventry Arena.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry Arena: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Coventry Arena: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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