The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG)
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milton Keynes Central (MKC) for Rugby station (RUG) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.








Live departures
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h21 | 15:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h21 | 17:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:52 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h22 | 18:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
![]() | 06:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h23 | 06:39 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:24 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 0h21 | 07:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG)
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 21m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 05:38 |
Last train 21:46 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Rugby station (RUG) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Rugby station (RUG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Rugby station (RUG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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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