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Rugby Football Museum
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£3
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£3
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
48 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
48 m
Buses on 12 Oct
31
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Rugby will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 31 buses from Coventry to Rugby, including 30 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Take a bus from Coventry to Rugby and enjoy the approximately 17 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:46.
Distance 17 km |
First bus 0:27 |
Last bus 23:46 |
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The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Rugby coaches for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:01 Coventry | 0h47 | 11:48 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:02 Coventry | 0h52 | 11:54 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:01 Coventry | 0h47 | 13:48 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:02 Coventry | 0h52 | 13:54 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:01 Coventry | 0h47 | 15:48 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:02 Coventry | 0h52 | 15:54 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:02 Coventry | 0h52 | 17:54 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:09 Coventry | 0h46 | 17:55 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:02 Coventry | 0h52 | 19:54 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 12 October | |||||
![]() | 5:47 Coventry | 1h05 | 6:52 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:12 Coventry | 0h48 | 7:00 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:51 Coventry | 1h22 | 8:13 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:59 Coventry | 1h22 | 8:21 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:12 Coventry | 0h55 | 8:07 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:02 Coventry | 0h48 | 8:50 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:32 Coventry | 1h09 | 9:41 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:12 Coventry | 0h55 | 10:07 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:52 Coventry | 0h57 | 10:49 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:12 Coventry | 0h48 | 11:00 Rugby | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Rugby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rugby trip today.
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
Local history museum with Roman finds, social history displays, and changing exhibitions that introduce Rugby and the wider borough.
Art gallery programme within Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, showing contemporary exhibitions alongside community-focused visual arts events.
Large urban park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities, and broad lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Scenic canal-side walking area by Newbold, popular for waterside strolls, narrowboats, and easy access to the Oxford Canal route.
Pleasant riverside and meadow paths east of town, good for walking, wildlife spotting, and seeing a calmer side of Rugby.
A Warwickshire and West Midlands speciality of pork sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with onion gravy.
A traditional English stew of beef, root vegetables and ale or stock, common in pubs across Warwickshire in colder months.
A classic Midlands sweet-and-savoury pie with minced meat, apples and warming spices, linked to nearby Warwickshire traditions.
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and generous sharing plates in a lively space.
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive table service.
Popular Rugby pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares can be relatively high and local bus costs are manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as leaving small change.
Official public transport app
Rugby, Clifton Road (Stand A) -> Rugby Town Centre
The journey from Coventry to Rugby is not serviced, with one journey a day provided by National Express. The journey is direct, and passengers can reach their destination around 40 minutes after departure.

Which bus companies go from Coventry to Rugby? Buses from Coventry to Rugby are operated by National Express.
How long is the bus from Coventry to Rugby? The journey from Coventry to Rugby takes approximately 40 minutes.
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When is the best time to book a coach ticket from Coventry to Rugby? As the journey is a particularly short one, there are no savings to be made by booking far in advance.
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Where do buses from Coventry to Rugby depart from? Buses from Coventry to Rugby depart from Coventry Coach Station, which is located about 250 metres off the city’s inner ring road. The station has a number of cafes and shops, bicycle storage and a 24 hour multi-storey car park. Taxis are readily available from the station, and it’s around a 15 minute walk into the city centre.
Where do coaches from Coventry to Rugby arrive at? Coaches from Coventry to Rugby arrive at Rugby Railway Station, which is situated to the north-east of the town centre. The centre can be reached on foot in approximately 15 minutes, and the station has a taxi rank as well as regular buses. The station has a 24 hour car park and facilities for bicycle storage.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Rugby by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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