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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Rugby
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Rugby every day 6 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 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
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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 £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 124 km
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1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Rugby trains for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L02344 | On time 08:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 09:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05671 | On time 08:23 London Euston (EUS) | 1h39 | 10:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05515 | On time 08:46 London Euston (EUS) | 0h56 | 09:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02235 | On time 08:53 London Euston (EUS) | 0h52 | 09:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05676 | On time 08:56 London Euston (EUS) | 1h36 | 10:32 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02345 | On time 09:16 London Euston (EUS) | 0h58 | 10:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Rugby run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 56m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:56 |
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 £5. 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
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiShopping
ParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
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