What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Coventry?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Coventry is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Coventry?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Coventry is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Coventry?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Mechanics Institute and arriving at Belgrade Theatre via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Coventry?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Coventry via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Burnley to Coventry?

The distance between Burnley and Coventry is 145 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Coventry without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Coventry without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £20 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Coventry?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Burnley to Coventry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Coventry bus from?

Burnley to Coventry bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Mechanics Institute station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Coventry train from?

Burnley to Coventry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Coventry?

The best way to get from Burnley to Coventry is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £20 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Burnley to Coventry bus arrive?

Burnley to Coventry bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Coventry train arrive?

Burnley to Coventry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Coventry is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Burnley to Coventry.

How do I get a train ticket from Burnley to Coventry?

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Burnley to Coventry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Burnley to Coventry by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CoventryGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 3m
£21–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Belgrade TheatreX1
5h 29m
Drive 127.9 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Coventry127.9 mi
2h 21m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CoventryManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 12m
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Mechanics Institute to Shudehill InterchangeX43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
5h 42m

Burnley to Coventry by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Coventry, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £12–85 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mechanics Institute to Belgrade Theatre via Shudehill Interchange, Chorlton Street Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 29m.

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