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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Balsall Common to Coventry. Traveling by train from Balsall Common to Coventry usually takes around 8 minutes, but the fastest West Midlands Railway train can make the trip in 6 minutes.
| Distance | 6 mi (9 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 6m |
| Lowest price | £2.99 |
| Trains per day | 22 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Balsall Common to Coventry?
West Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Balsall Common to Coventry. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Midlands Railway | 12 | 0h 9m | £3.04 |
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Balsall Common to Coventry start from £3, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 West Midlands Railway schedules to Coventry. West Midlands Railway in Balsall Common leaves from Berkswell Train Station . And in Coventry trains arrive at Canley and one other train station.
From Balsall Common to Coventry train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 0 hours and 9 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Balsall Common to Coventry. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Balsall Common at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 12 scheduled trains on most days. 22 of these are direct connections to Coventry. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Coventry to Balsall Common.
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 is the train station in Balsall Common?
Main departure station: Berkswell Train Station
There is one train station in Balsall Common.
All train stations in Balsall Common:
Berkswell Train Station
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Canley
Coventry receives travelers from Balsall Common at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Coventry:
Canley
Coventry Train Station
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