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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£131
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£131
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 46 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) you need to make at least one change.
W33933 · W339228:525h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:55Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change- W34060 · W3423610:525h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:55Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
G01148+W339729:055h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:55Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change- W34124+
C1779112:524h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:26Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change - W33933+C178068:524h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:26Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
- W34124+C1779112:524h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:26Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
- W33933+C178068:524h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:26Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
- W34060+C1800810:524h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:26Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
- W33933 · W339228:525h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:55Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
- W34060 · W3423610:525h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:55Rugby station (RUG)£1311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, while a flight costs an average of £284.
Distance: 417 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price | £284 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG):
A coach is £73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) costing on average £140.
A coach is £217 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Rugby station (RUG) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Coach takes on average 11h 12m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (5h 12m by train vs 5h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £140 compared to roughly £124 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29868+W33910 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h52 | 12:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W33933 · W33922 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h03 | 13:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W33933+C17806 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h34 | 13:26 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| G01148+W33972 | 9:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h50 | 14:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W34060 · W34236 | 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h03 | 15:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W34060+C18008 | 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h34 | 15:26 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| G01153+W34244 | 11:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h51 | 16:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| G01153 · G01118+C01292 | 11:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h31 | 16:35 Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
| W34124+C17791 | 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h34 | 17:26 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| G01161+W34152 | 13:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h50 | 18:55 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 05:52. The fastest train covers the 417 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 417 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 5:52 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Rugby station (RUG) from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) 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 station (RUG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Rugby station (RUG)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Rugby station (RUG) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Rugby station (RUG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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