How to get to Lichfield from Coventry

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Compare train and coach for Coventry to Lichfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Lichfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 37 km

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45m

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Compare ways to travel from Coventry to Lichfield

Compare the available ways to get from Coventry to Lichfield, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Lichfield is a train with an average price of £15.
The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Lichfield is by train with an average journey time of 1h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Lichfield including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£6. The journey takes 58m versus 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Coventry to Lichfield

How to get to Lichfield from Coventry by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Coventry to Lichfield is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Lichfield by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lichfield are Birmingham, London, Coventry, Leicester and Nottingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lichfield on Omio.

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Day trip from Lichfield to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

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Day trip from Lichfield to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

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Day trip from Lichfield to Coventry by train

Why visit Coventry for the day?

Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.

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FAQs: Coventry to Lichfield

Travel to Lichfield 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 Lichfield.

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There are 2 options to travel between Coventry and Lichfield including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Lichfield is a train with an average price of £15.
The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Lichfield is by train with an average journey time of 1h 28m.
The Coventry to Lichfield distance is approximately 37 km.
The average frequency per day from Coventry to Lichfield is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Coventry and Lichfield as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Coventry to Lichfield:
  • Trains mostly depart from Coventry station (COV) and arrive in Lichfield Trent Valley (LTV).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Coventry to Lichfield, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains to go to Lichfield by train.
Omio customers who travel from Coventry to Lichfield often also extend their vacation to go to Birmingham New Street (BHM), London, Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, London Euston (EUS). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lichfield and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Coventry to Lichfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A two-day visit to Lichfield is ideal to explore its main attractions, including Lichfield Cathedral, Beacon Park, and Samuel Johnson's Birthplace Museum, allowing for a relaxed pace.

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