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Coach from London to Coventry: Journey Information

There are 68 intercity coaches per day from London to Coventry. Traveling by coach from London to Coventry usually takes around 4 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.

Distance86 mi (138 km)
Shortest duration1h 40m
Cheapest price£6.29
Trips per day8
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines3

How much is a coach ticket from London to Coventry?

Bus tickets for a trip from London to Coventry cost £7.82 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from London to Coventry, mark your calendar for February. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £16. However, taking the bus from London to Coventry during October is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £22. The best way to find deals on a trip in October is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What coach companies travel from London to Coventry?

There are 3 bus lines from London to Coventry available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 66 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus22h 30m£8.99
Megabus52h 2m£11.65
National Express664h 26m£20.67
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from London to Coventry, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 30 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

  • 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 London to Coventry

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 86 miles from London to Coventry. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 40 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Coventry at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from London to Coventry, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 68 scheduled coaches that travel from London to Coventry every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from London to Coventry; ticket prices start at £7.99.

City Information

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

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 London?

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Main departure station: London Victoria

London's Victoria Coach Station has its main entrance on Buckingham Palace Road. Well-signposted but slightly hidden in an attractive art deco office block, the station welcomes around 14 million passengers each year. The arrival and departure areas are at different ends of Elizabeth Street, with the departure zone containing food concession stands, left-luggage facilities, and restrooms. As London's largest coach station, most major coach companies, including FlixBus, Megabus, and National Express, operate from Victoria Coach Station. It is a ten-minute walk to rail and Underground services at Victoria Rail Station, whose 19 platforms include express services to Gatwick Airport.

All coach stations in London:

  • London Victoria

  • 235 Finchley Rd

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • London Marble Arch (Stop S)

  • London Whitechapel

  • London Lewisham

  • St John's Wood

  • London New Cross Gate

  • Elephant and Castle

  • Dunton Rd (Stop WN)

  • London Mile End

  • Bow Church Station

  • London Paddington Rail Station

  • London Baker St Station

Where does the coach arrive in Coventry?

Main arrival station: Coventry CWG Ticket Holders

Coaches arrive in Coventry at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Coventry:

  • Coventry CWG Ticket Holders

  • Warwick University Grounds

  • Pool Meadow Bus Station

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