The journey from London Euston to Coventry takes around one hour and five minutes with Avanti West Coast. Alternatively, the route takes one hour and fifty minutes with West Midlands Railway. On your trip, you'll head from the East Midlands and Buckinghamshire, into Greater London, before arriving at Euston Station in North London.
West Midlands Trains operates an extensive network spanning major Midlands cities like Birmingham, Coventry, Rugby and Wolverhampton. It provides a frequent service between the West Midlands and London’s Euston station, too.
Departing from London Euston
London Euston station is a busy station as it’s the southern terminus of the West Coast Main Line. Located on Euston Road in Camden, North London, it’s only half a mile away from London Kings Cross and London St Pancras International.
The station is really easy to reach via the London Underground, too, as it has a station that runs on the Victoria and Northern lines, and a nearby station named Euston Square serves the Circle, Metropolitan, and Hammersmith & City lines, too. Plus, if you’re arriving at the station from the surrounding area, plenty of buses stop along Euston Road, while taxis can drop you off at the station’s forecourt.
Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and the London Overground all run from London Euston, providing services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, as well as within London and its surrounding areas.
Main stops
When travelling with West Midlands Trains, there are multiple stops, including Watford Junction, Leighton Buzzard, Bletchley, Milton Keynes Central, Wolverton, Northampton, Long Buckby, and Rugby. These stops may change, however, so it's best to check before you travel.
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Arriving at Coventry
Coventry station is the city's main train station and is located around a ten-minute walk from the city centre, near Park Road. There are plenty of local buses and taxis near the station's main exit, if you'd prefer or need to travel a little further afield.
There are so many exciting things to do in Coventry, as the city possesses an excellent history. For example, Coventry is near Kenilworth Castle and has transport in its very DNA - being the home to the first bicycle and the first British car, which you can see for yourself at the Coventry Transport Museum. Alternatively, combine your visit to Kenilworth Castle with a visit to the Guildhall or Coventry Cathedral to gain a deeper understanding of the city's Medieval past.
Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, and CrossCountry are the three rail operators at this station. Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street, and Birmingham New Street are some of the major destinations from this station.
West Midlands Railway train classes
- Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
West Midlands Railway train travel advice
- Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag, ensuring they are well-packed and do not obstruct the doors.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
- Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. No parking reservation needed, first come, first served. Full-size bikes can’t be taken on trains arriving or departing from London Euston between 07:00 am and 09:59 am or departing from London Euston between 4 pm and 6.59 pm on weekdays, except on public holidays.
- Children: Up to two children aged four and under can travel for free with a paying adult guardian. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- Passenger Assist: We assist with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), station navigation, and luggage handling as per our luggage policy. Additionally, we provide advice on facilities available on board and at stations.
Travelling from London Euston to Coventry with Avanti West Coast takes about one hour and five minutes. Avanti West Coast operates on the West Coast Mainline, connecting major cities across England, Scotland, and Wales, including London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Cardiff.
The journey offers a variety of scenic views, from suburban green spaces and countryside landscapes to historic towns and villages. As you approach Coventry, the scenery transitions to urban vistas, providing a rich visual experience.
Avanti West Coast train classes
- Standard Class: Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, plug sockets at select tables and window seats, and the option to buy food and drinks from the shop.
- Standard Premium Class: Opting for Standard Premium offers additional legroom, a wider and more comfortable seat, and plug sockets at every window seat.
- First Class: Enjoy roomy seating with larger seats and additional legroom, along with personalised service, complimentary refreshments and Wi-Fi, and access to the First Class Lounge.
Avanti West Coast train travel advice
- Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag. Luggage shouldn’t exceed 30 x 70 x 90 centimetres. Storage is available in the racks and above your seat.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead, and other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
- Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. You must book a space for your bike before you travel. Unbooked bikes, motorcycles, tricycles, and e-scooters are not allowed.
- Children: Under 5s can travel for free, and children aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- Passenger assist: Help with getting on and off trains, arrange wheelchair spaces and seating, provide extensive rail information, and support with animals or pets.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.