The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby station (RUG) 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 station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rugby station (RUG) for Birmingham International Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 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 21 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
Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:15 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 18:36 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:15 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h21 | 19:36 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport
Trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 21m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 18:15 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby station (RUG) 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 station (RUG) to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby station (RUG) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rugby station (RUG) and Birmingham International Airport
- 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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