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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Coventry to Bilston. Traveling by train from Coventry to Bilston usually takes around one hour and 10 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast train can make the trip in 56 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (41 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 56m |
| Lowest price | €8.65 |
| Most frequent service | West Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Coventry to Bilston
- Avanti West Coast tickets: €9 one-way
- CrossCountry tickets: €9 one-way
- West Midlands Railway tickets: €8 one-way
Which train should you take from Coventry to Bilston?
There are 3 train lines with service from Coventry to Bilston. West Midlands Railway is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 3 | 0h 56m | €9.25 |
| CrossCountry | 1 | 1h 3m | €9.25 |
| West Midlands Railway | 8 | 1h 13m | €8.74 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Coventry to Bilston usually takes about 1 hours and 3 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Coventry to Bilston start from €9, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 West Midlands Railway schedules to Bilston. West Midlands Railway in Coventry leaves from Canley and 2 other stations. And in Bilston trains arrive at Coseley Station .
From Coventry to Bilston train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bilston faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Coventry to Bilston. 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 Coventry 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. 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 Bilston to Coventry.
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 Coventry?
Main departure station: Tile Hill
Coventry has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Bilston.
All train stations in Coventry:
Tile Hill
Canley
Coventry Train Station
Where is the train station in Bilston?
Main arrival station: Coseley Station
Bilston has one train station.
Train stations in Bilston:
Coseley Station
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