What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at Horton Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Coventry and Greater Manchester is 115 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester without a car is to train via Rugby which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Greater Manchester bus from?

Coventry to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester is to train via Rugby which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Coventry to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Coventry to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Greater Manchester is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Coventry to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3389+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Coventry to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coventry to Greater Manchester 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 via Rugby
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester PiccadillyLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 37m
£35–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
4h 39m
£13–35
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Greater Manchester101.4 mi
1h 46m
£25–37
Train
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 44m
£30–150

Coventry to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

104Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.9 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Horton Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 4h 39m.

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