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From Coventry to Birmingham New Street, take the fastest train in 20m, typically 21m. Daily, 100 trains depart from Coventry, with the first at 00:11 and the last at 23:45. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
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12:15 Coventry | 12:44 Birmingham New Street | On time | 29m | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets | |
12:27 Coventry | 12:54 Birmingham New Street | On time | 27m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
12:30 Coventry | 12:51 Birmingham New Street | On time | 21m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
12:36 Coventry | 12:58 Birmingham New Street | On time | 22m | Avanti West Coast | Find tickets | |
12:45 Coventry | 13:14 Birmingham New Street | On time | 29m | West Midlands Trains | Find tickets |
West Midlands Trains's route between Coventry and Birmingham New Street takes 30 minutes. It's a popular route among commuters as trains stop in towns that lie between the 2 cities.
This service starts in London Euston and terminates at Birmingham New Street. West Midlands Trains runs local services that connect smaller stations throughout the region.
Coventry station on Eaton Road is easy to reach by bus from anywhere in the city. The station lies just outside of Coventry's ring road, about a 20-minute walk from landmarks like the cathedral and main shopping streets.
There are direct services to some of the country's biggest cities, including London and Edinburgh. Most trains from this station are operated by Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and CrossCountry.
Services operated by West Midlands Trains stop at Canley, Tile Hill, Berkswell and Hampton-in-Arden.
When you hop off the train at Birmingham New Street, you'll be in the middle of the city, close to major attractions and with plenty of onward transport. The Grand Central Metro tram stop is right outside the main entrance and provides connections to other parts of Birmingham and Wolverhampton.
Birmingham New Street is the city's biggest station and is a hub for departures across the country. Avanti West Coast runs fast trains to London Euston, while CrossCountry has departures to Manchester, Scotland and the south coast. To get to smaller towns, West Midlands Trains covers local services around the region.
Grand Central is attached to the station, while the futuristic Bullring is just minutes away. Both shopping centres offer a wide array of places to eat in case you're feeling peckish after the journey from Coventry.
Standard Class is the only option available. You'll still enjoy a pleasant experience, though, with ample seating and space to store your luggage.
There's 1 CrossCountry train per hour from Coventry to Birmingham New Street and it stops at Birmingham International. This gives you easy access to the airport and exhibition centre. The journey lasts around 20 minutes and passes through Warwickshire farmland on the way.
This route is part of CrossCountry's Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly line, making it popular among holidaymakers visiting the south coast. As well as this route, CrossCountry also operates intercity and regional trains across England, Wales and Scotland.
The only stop on CrossCountry trains is Birmingham International.
This train company operates its Voyager trains on the Coventry to Birmingham New Street route, meaning you can choose from 2 classes:
Avanti West Coast runs quick and frequent trains from Coventry to Birmingham New Street, with 3 departures every hour during the week. The journey time is just 20 minutes and trains stop at Birmingham International on the way - handy if you're flying off on holiday or attending an event at the NEC.
Avanti West Coast's service from Coventry to Birmingham is part of its London Euston to Edinburgh line. This operator is known for its modern trains and fast and frequent services.
Avanti West Coast trains call at Birmingham International.
Avanti West Coast offers 3 different travel classes. All carriages benefit from free Wi-Fi and access to the onboard shop.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.
The train journey from Coventry to Birmingham New Street combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Coventry, you can get to Birmingham New Street in just 20m, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.
The fastest train journey time from Coventry to Birmingham New Street is 20m . Direct trains can save significant time by avoiding transfers. Always check if a direct route is available for your journey. Moreover, when searching for trains, consider the total travel time. Some routes with fewer stops or more efficient schedules might be faster.
No, you will need to transfer when travelling from Coventry to Birmingham New Street. TrainPal Train Journey Planner will assist you in finding the best train route. Enter the origin or destination places and other relevant details, then click "Search" to find the most suitable route.
Coventry to Birmingham New Street trains are generally punctual, but delays or cancellations can occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. After purchasing a ticket, use TrainPal to track live train updates. Before buying a ticket, our Train Journey Planner provides all necessary booking information. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations, click 'Search,' and view routes labelled 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest,' with all details displayed.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
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