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Manchester to Coventry by train
It takes an average of 2h 6m to travel from Manchester to Coventry by train, over a distance of around 81 miles (130 km). There are normally 21 trains per day traveling from Manchester to Coventry and tickets for this journey start from $37.56 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:11 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:25 pm | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Coventry | |
| Journey time | From 1h 56m | |
| Distance | 81 miles (130 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $37.56 | |
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How to travel from Manchester to Coventry by train
If you want to know more about the journey from Manchester to Coventry by train, look no further!
On average, the train journey from Manchester to Coventry is around 2 hours 6 minutes. Around 21 trains run from Manchester to Coventry every day.
Direct trains run from Manchester to Coventry.
Book your ticket from $37.56 for this journey. Booking in advance can help you save money on your train tickets.
Find times and cheap tickets using our Journey Planner.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester to Coventry?
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to Coventry? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Coventry?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Manchester to Coventry start at $37.56§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.