What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Coventry?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Coventry is to line 80 bus and bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Coventry?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Coventry is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Coventry?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Coventry station. However, there are services departing from Blue Gates and arriving at Pool Meadow Bus Station via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Smethwick Galton Bridge and arriving at Coventry. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from West Midlands to Coventry?

The distance between West Midlands and Coventry is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Coventry without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Coventry without a car is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £16.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Coventry?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from West Midlands to Coventry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Coventry bus from?

West Midlands to Coventry bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Blue Gates station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Coventry train from?

West Midlands to Coventry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Smethwick Rolfe Street station.

Train or bus from West Midlands to Coventry?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Coventry is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 87 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the West Midlands to Coventry bus arrive?

West Midlands to Coventry bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Brunel St station.

Where does the West Midlands to Coventry train arrive?

West Midlands to Coventry train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from West Midlands to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Coventry is 24 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from West Midlands to Coventry.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Coventry?

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Where can I stay near Coventry?

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West Midlands to Coventry - 6 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from West Midlands to Coventry by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Birmingham New Street
best
1. Take the train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Birmingham New Streettrain Wolverhampton - Walsall / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Coventrytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
35 min
£6–15
Line 80 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blue Gates to Marketsbus 80
2. Take the bus from Allison St to Belgrade Theatrebus X1
1h 53m
£4–7
Line 87 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Blue Gates to Brunel Stbus 87
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Uk024 / ...
1h 41m
£6–9
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Coventrycar 24.1 mi
32 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Midlands to Coventrytaxi 24.1 mi
32 min
£50–65
Train
1. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Coventrytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Coventry
40 min
£5–13

West Midlands to Coventry by train

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Distance: 22.1 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Coventry, England?

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Coventry via Birmingham New Street in around 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blue Gates to Pool Meadow Bus Station via Brunel St and Newhall St in around 1h 41m.

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