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Glasgow to Coventry Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Glasgow and Coventry. The average train journey from Glasgow to Coventry takes 6 hours and 1 minute, but some Virgin Trains + Connections train trips are as short as 4 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 263 mi (424 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 24m |
| Lowest price | $121.82 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Train service from Glasgow to Coventry
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: C$222 one-way
- London North Eastern Railway + Connections tickets: C$222 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: C$222 one-way
- Virgin Trains tickets: C$48 one-way
- Virgin Trains + Connections tickets: C$38 one-way
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Coventry?
There are 5 train lines with service from Glasgow to Coventry. Virgin Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 25 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 2 | 7h 2m | $221.09 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 1 | 6h 38m | $221.09 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 3 | 5h 45m | $221.09 |
| Virgin Trains | 1 | 4h 50m | $47.99 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 25 | 5h 59m | $100.94 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Coventry start from $221, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Coventry. CrossCountry + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Coventry trains arrive at Coventry Station Square and one other train station.
From Glasgow to Coventry train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 7 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 24 minutes.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Coventry start from $221, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Coventry. TransPennine Express + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Coventry trains arrive at Coventry Station Square and 2 other train stations.
From Glasgow to Coventry train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 5 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 24 minutes.
Virgin Trains train tickets from Glasgow to Coventry start from $48, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Virgin Trains schedules to Coventry. Virgin Trains in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Coventry trains arrive at Coventry Station Square .
From Glasgow to Coventry train travel on Virgin Trains takes 4 hours and 50 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, Virgin Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 24 minutes.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Coventry start from $39, and on average cost . Daily there are 25 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Coventry. Virgin Trains + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Coventry trains arrive at Tile Hill and 3 other train stations.
From Glasgow to Coventry train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 5 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glasgow to Coventry
The distance between Glasgow and Coventry is approximately 263 miles, or 424 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 24 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Glasgow to Coventry are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Glasgow at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 32 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Coventry to Glasgow.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Coventry
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Coventry, located in the West Midlands of England, has been a large settlement for many centuries. Home to the architecturally-stunning Coventry Cathedral, the city offers a wonderfully diverse experience of its medieval history contrasted with the city's modern resurgence.
If you are into cars, planes, or anything transport, then it's worth checking out the Coventry Transport Museum; here, you can enjoy a unique day out discovering vehicles that defined history.
If you'd prefer to spend time in the fresh air, then try taking a walk through FarGo Village. Filled with unique retailers, crafts, music, cafes, and markets, this hidden gem is an exciting place to spend an afternoon exploring, with the guarantee that there will be something there for everyone.
Once your feet are tired from walking, Coombe Abbey Park is waiting to provide a relaxing place to sit by the lake, feed the ducks, or perhaps enjoy a picnic in one of the beautiful surrounding gardens.
Accessing Coventry is easy, thanks to its location right in the heart of England. Close to two large airports, Birmingham International and Heathrow, and the smaller East Midlands Airport, Coventry is very accessible by air. Coventry is also on the West Coast Main Line train service, with regular trains connecting to many destinations. National Express and FlixBus service also operates seven days a week, offering journeys to London and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station is a stunning, expansive Victorian railway station in the center of Glasgow. The station is so large that it contains a piano garden, a concourse of shops and dining, numerous amenities, and even the Glasgow Grand Central Hotel onsite. The area around the station is also packed with bars, restaurants, and hotels for a very warm welcome to Glasgow. Six train carriers, including CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and TransPennine Express, operate routes to Glasgow Central Station from destinations as far as London.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Central
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Canley
There are more train stations and stops in Coventry than most cities. Most trains from Glasgow will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Coventry:
Train stations in Coventry:
Canley
Tile Hill
Coventry Arena
Coventry Train Station
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