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Rugby Football Museum
Museum on the birthplace of rugby football, with displays on the game’s origins, school history, and memorable sporting artefacts.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Richmond to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Richmond to Rugby and enjoy the approximately 121 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 19:34.
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 121 km |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 19:34 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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
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
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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: Richmond to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond 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 train distance from Richmond to Rugby is 121 km.
The first train from Richmond to Rugby leaves at 5:46.
The last train from Richmond to Rugby departs at 19:34.
There is no night train service from Richmond to Rugby.
Booking trains from Richmond to Rugby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Richmond to Rugby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Richmond and Rugby
Most Richmond to Rugby trains use the Richmond to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Richmond and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Richmond
Arrival train stations in Rugby
Which Richmond station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Trains from Richmond to Rugby leave from Richmond. The station is from Richmond city centre at Richmond station, The Quadrant, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 2NA.
RichmondRichmond station, The Quadrant, Richmond, Greater London, TW9 2NA
City-centre transport
Getting to Richmond from Richmond city centre
TrainCalifornia Zephyr · 75h 58m · £912
BusGreyhound US1000 · 70h 35m · £489
Richmond train station facilities and services
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, 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 Richmond arrive at?
Trains from Richmond 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.
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