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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
21 m
Trains on 18 Sept
18
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 18 trains from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport, including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
L050656:340h29Rugby station (RUG)7:03Birmingham International (BHI)£41One-way0 changes- Y8082611:340h29Rugby station (RUG)12:03Birmingham International (BHI)£41One-way0 changes
- C1793112:340h29Rugby station (RUG)13:03Birmingham International (BHI)£41One-way0 changes
- W003326:050h28Rugby station (RUG)6:33Birmingham International (BHI)£41One-way0 changes
- Y8083212:040h29Rugby station (RUG)12:33Birmingham International (BHI)£41One-way0 changes
W342609:150h21Rugby station (RUG)9:36Birmingham International (BHI)£91One-way0 changes- W338837:150h21Rugby station (RUG)7:36Birmingham International (BHI)£121One-way0 changes
- W3396411:150h21Rugby station (RUG)11:36Birmingham International (BHI)£91One-way0 changes
- W3394412:150h21Rugby station (RUG)12:36Birmingham International (BHI)£91One-way0 changes
- C013698:140h22Rugby station (RUG)8:36Birmingham International (BHI)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rugby to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 33 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 29m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (25m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £7 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.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
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
Rugby to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W00332 | On time 6:05 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h28 | 6:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L05065 | On time 6:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 7:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69501 | On time 7:05 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h28 | 7:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33883 | On time 7:15 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 7:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P69505 | On time 7:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 8:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80791 | On time 8:01 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 8:30 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01369 | On time 8:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h22 | 8:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80794 | On time 8:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 9:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80800 | On time 9:04 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 9:33 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34260 | On time 9:15 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 9:36 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80805 | On time 9:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h29 | 10:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 11:04. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 21m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 11:04 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby and Birmingham International Airport from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rugby and Birmingham International Airport
Most Rugby to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Rugby to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Birmingham International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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