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Watford to Coventry Coach Timetable
Coach from Watford to Coventry: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Watford to Coventry. Traveling by coach from Watford to Coventry usually takes around 5 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (114 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £33.77 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |

What coach companies travel from Watford to Coventry?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Watford to Coventry. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 5h 5m | £37.24 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Watford to Coventry
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 71 miles from Watford to Coventry. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Watford to Coventry, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Watford to Coventry every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Watford to Coventry; ticket prices start at £17.35.
City Information
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 does the coach leave from in Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
Most coaches depart from the main station in Watford.
All coach stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where does the coach arrive in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
All coaches from Watford arrive at one main station in Coventry.
Coach stations in Coventry:
Coventry CWG Ticket Holders
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