The average train between Bolton and Coventry takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Coventry. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Coventry. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Coventry at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Coventry station via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Bolton to Coventry train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Coventry train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Bolton to Coventry train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Coventry is 144.6 km. The road distance is 198 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m.