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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Coventry | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Coventry | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Coventry | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Coventry | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Preston to Coventry
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Coventry. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at €17
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Preston to Coventry?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Coventry start from €17. The average price for this train route is around €70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to Coventry?
The average train journey time from Preston to Coventry is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 171 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Preston to Coventry route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Coventry?
The earliest train from Preston to Coventry departs at 07:18. And the latest train departs at 21:18.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Preston to Coventry was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to Coventry as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €18 to €137 for a train ticket from Preston to Coventry based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €18, which is on 2026-01-26.