How much does a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham cost?

The average train ticket price from Coventry to Birmingham is £8. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Coventry to Birmingham?

A train trip between Coventry and Birmingham is around 21m, although the fastest train will take about 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 18 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Coventry and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Coventry to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Coventry to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Coventry to Birmingham?

When taking the train from Coventry to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Coventry to Birmingham from £6

Next train departures

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	Coventry	20m	08:56	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	08:45	Coventry	29m	09:14	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:06	Coventry	21m	15:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:30	Coventry	21m	15:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:06	Coventry	21m	15:27	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:36	Coventry	20m	15:56	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:15	Coventry	29m	07:44	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:30	Coventry	21m	07:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:07	Coventry	20m	15:27	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:15	Coventry	30m	07:45	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:30	Coventry	21m	07:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Coventry	30m	16:45	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:36	Coventry	20m	15:56	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	08:34	Coventry	36m	09:10	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	09:34	Coventry	21m	09:55	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	15:30	Coventry	21m	15:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:36	Coventry	20m	15:56	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:15	Coventry	29m	07:44	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:30	Coventry	21m	07:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Birmingham on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	15:36	Coventry	20m	15:56	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	07:15	Coventry	29m	07:44	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:27	Coventry	21m	07:48	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	07:30	Coventry	21m	07:51	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:51 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Coventry to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

17 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £8	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £14	Average duration21m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Coventry to Birmingham by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Coventry to Birmingham is £8. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Coventry to Birmingham?
A train trip between Coventry and Birmingham is around 21m, although the fastest train will take about 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 18 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Coventry and Birmingham?
The number of trains from Coventry to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Coventry to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Coventry to Birmingham?
When taking the train from Coventry to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

£7

19/11

£6

Today

£7

21/11

£7

22/11

£7

23/11

£6

24/11

£7

25/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Coventry to Birmingham was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Coventry to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £13 for a train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.