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Watford to Coventry Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Watford to Coventry. Traveling by train from Watford to Coventry usually takes one hour and 29 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast train can make the trip in one hour and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 71 mi (114 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 15m |
| Lowest price | $22.95 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Avanti West Coast |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Watford to Coventry?
2 train services operate from Watford to Coventry. Avanti West Coast usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 3 | 1h 18m | $52.72 |
| West Midlands Railway | 3 | 1h 41m | $22.95 |
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.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Watford to Coventry start from $23, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 West Midlands Railway schedules to Coventry. West Midlands Railway in Watford leaves from Watford Junction . And in Coventry trains arrive at Tile Hill and one other train station.
From Watford to Coventry train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Coventry faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 15 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, West Midlands Railway offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Coventry.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Watford to Coventry
Trains departing from Watford to Coventry tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Watford at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Watford to Coventry.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Coventry to Watford.
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 Watford?
Main departure station: Watford Junction
There is one train station in Watford.
All train stations in Watford:
Watford Junction
Where is the train station in Coventry?
Main arrival station: Canley
Coventry receives travelers from Watford at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Coventry:
Canley
Tile Hill
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