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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Coventry is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Coventry is to train via Rugby which takes 1h 39m and costs £35 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Pool Meadow Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Coventry. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Manchester to Coventry?

The distance between Manchester and Coventry is 113 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Coventry without a car is to train via Rugby which takes 1h 39m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Manchester to Coventry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Coventry bus from?

Manchester to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Coventry train from?

Manchester to Coventry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Coventry?

The best way to get from Manchester to Coventry is to train via Rugby which takes 1h 39m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Manchester to Coventry bus arrive?

Manchester to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Coventry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Coventry is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Manchester to Coventry.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Coventry?

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Where can I stay near Coventry?

There are 1332+ hotels available in Coventry.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester 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 via Rugby
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to RugbyManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
1h 39m
£39–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Station829
4h 20m
£15–35
Drive 101.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Coventry101.6 mi
1h 55m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CoventryManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 58m
£35–95

Manchester to Coventry by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.9 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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