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Next departures for Manchester to Coventry on September 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 57m	12:23pm	Coventry
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 58m	6:23pm	Coventry
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:27am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 56m	11:23am	Coventry
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 57m	12:23pm	Coventry
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:26am	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 57m	12:23pm	Coventry

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Coventry

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Coventry. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

124 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 40 - PEN 325	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 58 - PEN 840	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.2/548 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.0

Wi‑Fi3.6

Avanti West Coast

3.9/544 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.5

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Coventry by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Coventry?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Coventry start at PEN 58. The average price for this train route is around PEN 327. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to Coventry?
The average train trip from Manchester to Coventry takes 1h 58m and covers 129 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Coventry route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Coventry?
The earliest train from Manchester to Coventry departs at 7:25am. The latest train departs at 5:25pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Coventry?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Coventry?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Coventry?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Coventry?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.