- Must visit
Rugby Football Museum
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
2,000+ travel companies
2,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
8:011h13Burton-on-Trent9:14RugbyFind prices1 change- 8:181h26Burton-on-Trent9:44RugbyFind prices1 change
- 8:390h47Burton-on-Trent9:26RugbyFind prices1 change
- 8:531h21Burton-on-Trent10:14RugbyFind prices1 change
- 9:211h05Burton-on-Trent10:26RugbyFind prices1 change
- 21:420h43Burton-on-Trent22:25RugbyFind prices1 change
- 15:500h45Burton-on-Trent16:35Rugby£841One-way1 change
- 9:530h46Burton-on-Trent10:39Rugby£841One-way1 change
- 8:390h47Burton-on-Trent9:26RugbyFind prices1 change
- 13:241h02Burton-on-Trent14:26RugbyFind prices1 change
Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Rugby trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:01 Burton-on-Trent | 1h13 | 9:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 8:18 Burton-on-Trent | 1h26 | 9:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 8:39 Burton-on-Trent | 0h47 | 9:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Burton-on-Trent | 1h21 | 10:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 9:21 Burton-on-Trent | 1h05 | 10:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 9:41 Burton-on-Trent | 1h13 | 10:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Burton-on-Trent | 0h46 | 10:39 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 10:21 Burton-on-Trent | 1h05 | 11:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Burton-on-Trent | 1h21 | 12:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 11:20 Burton-on-Trent | 1h06 | 12:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 11:51 Burton-on-Trent | 1h23 | 13:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 12:21 Burton-on-Trent | 1h05 | 13:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 12:51 Burton-on-Trent | 1h23 | 14:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 13:24 Burton-on-Trent | 1h02 | 14:26 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 13:41 Burton-on-Trent | 1h13 | 14:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 13:51 Burton-on-Trent | 1h23 | 15:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Burton-on-Trent to Rugby by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Wed
05 Aug
05 Aug
Thu
06 Aug
06 Aug
Fri
07 Aug
07 Aug
Sat
08 Aug
08 Aug
Sun
09 Aug
09 Aug
Mon
10 Aug
10 Aug
Tue
11 Aug
11 Aug
Why should you book Burton-on-Trent to Rugby trains with Omio?
West Midlands Trains as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 43m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 22:43 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby trainsWest Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Burton-on-Trent and Rugby from £84. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£23
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£84
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Rugby
Things to do in Rugby
Discover the best of Rugby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rugby trip today.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
Local history museum with Roman finds, social history displays, and changing exhibitions that introduce Rugby and the wider borough.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery
Art gallery programme within Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, showing contemporary exhibitions alongside community-focused visual arts events.
- Recommended
Caldecott Park
Large urban park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities, and broad lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
- Recommended
Newbold on Avon Canal Walk
Scenic canal-side walking area by Newbold, popular for waterside strolls, narrowboats, and easy access to the Oxford Canal route.
- Recommended
Swift Valley Nature Reserve
Pleasant riverside and meadow paths east of town, good for walking, wildlife spotting, and seeing a calmer side of Rugby.
Toad in the Hole
A Warwickshire and West Midlands speciality of pork sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with onion gravy.
Beef and Ale Stew
A traditional English stew of beef, root vegetables and ale or stock, common in pubs across Warwickshire in colder months.
Warwickshire Pie
A classic Midlands sweet-and-savoury pie with minced meat, apples and warming spices, linked to nearby Warwickshire traditions.
Efes
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and generous sharing plates in a lively space.
On The Rocks
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive table service.
The Dun Cow
Popular Rugby pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Stagecoach Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city centre
Rugby railway station -> Rugby Town Centre
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Rugby railway station is about a 15-20 minute walk from the town centre.
- Licensed Hackney carriages use the railway station rank and town-centre ranks. Contactless payment availability varies by operator, so check before travel.
FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The train journey from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby is 55 km.
The first train from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby leaves at 5:42.
The last train from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby departs at 22:43.
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
To travel from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
The train station in Burton-on-Trent that goes to Rugby is Burton-on-Trent station (BUT), and it arrives at Rugby station (RUG).
The cheapest way to get from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby is by train, costing approximately £84.
Booking trains from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby offers a mix of urban and rural views, featuring picturesque countryside landscapes and charming English towns along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby is feasible with a travel time of 43m each way, a distance of 55 km, and trains running 4 times per day.
To explore Rugby's main attractions, such as the Rugby Football Museum and the historic architecture, 1 to 2 days should be sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Rugby
Most Burton-on-Trent to Rugby trains use the Burton-on-Trent to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Burton-on-Trent and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Burton-on-Trent
Arrival train stations in Rugby
Which Burton-on-Trent station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby leave from Burton-on-Trent. The station is from Burton-on-Trent city centre at Burton-on-Trent station, Borough Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA.
Burton-on-TrentBurton-on-Trent station, Borough Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA+44 345 712 5678
City-centre transport
Getting to Burton-on-Trent from Burton-on-Trent city centre
Bus401, 402A, 827, 6, 7A, 7, 10 · 1m · every ~17 min
Burton-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Burton-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burton-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burton-on-Trent.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burton-on-Trent: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burton-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B This station has step free access to both platforms. There is a lift from the main station building onto the platforms then a short ramp with moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on Useful Information Poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rugby station do trains from Burton-on-Trent arrive at?
Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby arrive at Rugby. Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre.
RugbyRugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA
City-centre transport
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 96S, 8B, 8, 96A, 96, 4A, 2, D1, 8A · 2m · £2 · every ~22 min
4, 4A · 5m · £2 · every ~11 min
Rugby train station facilities and services
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Burton-on-Trent
More options for your journey from Burton-on-Trent to Rugby
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Rugby and Burton-on-Trent
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
