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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Coventry to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Coventry to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Coventry to Manchester start from €15. The average price for this train route is around €73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Coventry to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Coventry to Manchester is 1h 59m, covering a distance of 129 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Coventry to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Coventry to Manchester?
The earliest train from Coventry to Manchester departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.
Which is the best train operator from Coventry to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Coventry to Manchester?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Coventry to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Coventry to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Coventry to Manchester was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Coventry to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €15 to €203 for a train ticket from Coventry to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €15, which is on 2026-01-25.
Usually Avanti West Coast 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.