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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 17 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Buses from Coventry to Rugby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 17 km distance in 40m.
Distance 17 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 0:27 |
Last bus 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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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