Train from Edinburgh to Coventry: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Coventry on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
CoventryCheapest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
CoventryFastest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
CoventryNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
CoventryNo tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
CoventryNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 20:24 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Coventry

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Coventry. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6hAverage duration
254 milesDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£28 - £127Average duration14h 10m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£27 - £236Average duration4h 46m
10kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£32 - £32Average duration6h
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Coventry by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Coventry start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Coventry is 4h 46m, covering a distance of 254 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Coventry route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Coventry departs at 08:52. And the latest train departs at 18:52.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Coventry?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£83
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£83
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£58
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Coventry was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £58

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Coventry as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £58 to £465 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Coventry based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £58, which is on 2025-12-17.

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