The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Rugby
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Rugby will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 19 trains that leave London for Rugby every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.
C177628:460h56London Euston (EUS)9:42Rugby station (RUG)£101One-way0 changes
C179949:460h56London Euston (EUS)10:42Rugby station (RUG)£121One-way0 changes
C1785910:460h56London Euston (EUS)11:42Rugby station (RUG)£151One-way0 changes
W3361217:160h58London Euston (EUS)18:14Rugby station (RUG)£221One-way0 changes
Y8083910:561h36London Euston (EUS)12:32Rugby station (RUG)£231One-way0 changes
W335138:530h52London Euston (EUS)9:45Rugby station (RUG)£441One-way0 changes
W336809:530h52London Euston (EUS)10:45Rugby station (RUG)£441One-way0 changes
W3350110:530h52London Euston (EUS)11:45Rugby station (RUG)£441One-way0 changes
C177628:460h56London Euston (EUS)9:42Rugby station (RUG)£101One-way0 changes
C179949:460h56London Euston (EUS)10:42Rugby station (RUG)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 124 km
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Live departures
London to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Rugby trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33883 | On time 6:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 7:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
S12011 | On time 6:21 London Euston (EUS) | 1h40 | 8:01 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
S12011 · S12031 | On time 6:21 London Euston (EUS) | 1h18 | 7:39 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
W34260 | On time 8:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 9:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80809 | 8:23 London Euston (EUS) | 1h39 | 10:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
S12008 | On time 8:23 London Euston (EUS) | 1h38 | 10:01 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17848 | 8:46 London Euston (EUS) | 0h56 | 9:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33961 | On time 8:53 London Euston (EUS) | 0h52 | 9:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17883 | 8:56 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 10:32 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34077 | On time 9:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 10:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17897 | 12:46 London Euston (EUS) | 0h56 | 13:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34061 | On time 12:53 London Euston (EUS) | 0h52 | 13:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80862 | 12:56 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 14:32 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34214 | On time 13:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 14:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80867 | 13:23 London Euston (EUS) | 1h41 | 15:04 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17941 | 13:46 London Euston (EUS) | 0h56 | 14:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34091 | On time 21:10 London Euston (EUS) | 0h53 | 22:03 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01357 | On time 21:29 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 22:27 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17892 | 21:46 London Euston (EUS) | 0h56 | 22:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17851 | 21:50 London Euston (EUS) | 1h43 | 23:33 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34098 | On time 22:03 London Euston (EUS) | 1h05 | 23:08 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34143 | On time 22:30 London Euston (EUS) | 1h28 | 23:58 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33811 | On time 23:00 London Euston (EUS) | 1h32 | 0:32 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33805 | On time 23:30 London Euston (EUS) | 1h29 | 0:59 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Rugby
Trains from London to Rugby run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 56m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from London to Rugby trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Rugby from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Rugby
With up to five trains an hour it's certainly quick and easy to catch trains from London to Rugby, particularly as most journeys take less than one hour 30 minutes, with some direct services taking around 48 minutes. Departures take place from London Euston in central London and arrive in Rugby Station.
London to Rugby train time: daily departures
Trains from London to Rugby begin from around 6:00 a.m. and run until after 10:00 p.m. at night. With up to five departures an hour, you'll only need to wait a few minutes for the next service to come along.
How long is the journey by train from London to Rugby?
Most trains on this route are direct and take less than one hour 30 minutes. In fact, the fastest service, provided by Virgin Trains, takes just 48 minutes. Where services do require a change, this is usually at Milton Keynes Central.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Rugby?
Departure train station: located next to the museum quarter in Bloomsbury, London Euston links with the London Underground, local buses and the taxi rank. You'll find digital information boards and ticketing inside, shops, food outlets and coffee kiosks, trolleys and accessible toilets with showers. There is also WiFi and payphones.
Arrival train station: Rugby Station is just a 15-minute walk into Rugby town centre. It has a car park, accessible platforms and toilets, buses and taxis just outside and a waiting room. Travellers will also find shops, coffee kiosks and food outlets in the station concourse, and there are baby changing facilities, trolleys, lifts and payphones as well.
Which train companies travel from London to Rugby
Trains between London and Rugby are operated by West Midlands Railway and Virgin Trains. Most of the services are run by West Midlands Trains, but Virgin tends to operate at least one service every hour during the day.
West Midlands Trains London to Rugby
West Midlands Trains runs several services an hour from 6:00 a.m. onwards on this busy route, and its journeys are all direct - taking less than one hour 30 minutes in most cases. This operator also tends to offer the cheapest tickets.
Virgin Trains London to Rugby
Virgin Trains usually operates two trains an hour during main travel times, and it also runs the fastest service on this route at just 48 minutes. Again, most of the services are direct.
London to Rugby trains: services on board
West Midlands trains offer first and second-class carriages and generous luggage allowances of up to three pieces which must be stored in luggage racks (with the exception of a small piece of hand luggage which can remain with the passenger). Bikes must be pre-booked, along with larger items which may attract an extra charge. Well-behaved pets are welcome, provided they are kept in the aisles and don't leave their owner's side. Travellers with limited mobility can use ramps, wheelchair spaces and gain extra help from staff.
Virgin Trains offer the same benefits as described above, but it suggests only two pieces of streamlined luggage. Passengers can upgrade to first-class seating if they wish on the day. There is also a carriage devoted to an onboard shop with refreshments and media.
How to find cheap train tickets from London to Rugby?
The trick to finding cheap trains between London and Rugby is to broaden your search and keep it flexible. Omio will always flag up the cheapest tickets, and it helps to book in advance, be flexible with travel dates and times and to choose journeys with a changeover or longer travel time.
FAQs: London to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Rugby
Most London to Rugby trains use the London Euston to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rugby station do trains from London arrive at?
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.
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