Trains from Coventry to Birmingham New Street from $3.88*

Coventry Station is conveniently situated on the Southern edge of the city centre. The station usually offers a total of 112 regular trains per day, with Platforms 3 and 4 serving direct routes to Birmingham New Street. Passengers can enjoy the services provided by a range of train operators, including Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern, West Midlands Railway, and CrossCountry.

From Coventry to Birmingham New Street, services are provided by West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, and CrossCountry. The entire journey takes around 20 minutes for Avanti services and 30 minutes for West Midlands Trains. Along the way, you can make stops at Canley, Berkswell, and Birmingham International Station.

Additionally, passengers can enjoy a range of premium services on board, such as spacious seats, free Wi-Fi, USB ports, plug sockets, accessible toilets, and wheelchair areas. For further savings, it is advisable to book in advance or consider purchasing a Railcard, which can provide a 1/3 discount on eligible journeys for an entire year.

You will arrive at Birmingham New Street, the largest and busiest of the three main railway stations in Birmingham city centre, England. It's served by Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, London North Western Railway, and Transport for Wales. The station also offers excellent connectivity to various destinations, including Preston, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, and Bristol. Additionally, it connects to the West Midlands Metro tram system via West Midlands Metro Line One.

First-class tickets

You can travel from Coventry to Birmingham New Street in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on the provider, this ticket may include:

• Access to the Birmingham New Street First Class lounge
• Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
• Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
• Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
• A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

How long is the train journey from Coventry to Birmingham New Street?

Both West Midlands Railway and Avanti West Coast provide frequent services throughout the day, with journey times typically around 20 to 30 minutes.

How much is a train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham New Street?

The average price of a train ticket from Coventry to Birmingham New Street is around £5.80 for a single journey. Prices often vary depending on the time of travel and how far in advance you book, so it's a good idea to check the latest fares and book early to get the best deal.

What is the closest station to Birmingham city centre?

The closest major railway station to Birmingham city centre is Birmingham New Street. It is the largest and busiest of the city's railway stations and serves as a central hub for trains travelling to and from various destinations across the UK.

What line is Birmingham New Street on?

It is a primary hub for Avanti West Coast services coming from London Euston, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Edinburgh Waverley, as well as for West Midlands Trains services from Liverpool Lime Street and London Euston, all travelling via the West Coast Main Line.