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Coventry to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 4h 46m to travel from Coventry to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (134 km). There are normally 17 trains per day traveling from Coventry to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from $41.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:25 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:20 am | |
| Departure station | Coventry | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 18m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (134 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $41.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways |
Traveling from Coventry to Stansted Airport by train
Looking to travel from Coventry to Stansted Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 46 minutes to travel from Coventry to Stansted Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 17 trains per day running along the 134 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Stansted Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Coventry to Stansted Airport start from $41.30 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stansted Airport by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Coventry to Stansted Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Coventry to Stansted Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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