C18013 · C1796817:422h07Rugby station (RUG)19:49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£221One-way1 change
C18017 · C1796615:422h00Rugby station (RUG)17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£221One-way1 change
C01361 · W3424018:153h50Rugby station (RUG)22:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£361One-way1 change
C18017 · C1796615:422h00Rugby station (RUG)17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£221One-way1 change
C18013 · C1796817:422h07Rugby station (RUG)19:49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£221One-way1 change
C01361 · W3424018:153h50Rugby station (RUG)22:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
The cheapest option from Rugby to Liverpool Lime Street is coach, with an average price of £8. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Liverpool Lime Street among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 163 km
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Live departures
Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h39 | 19:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h39 | 20:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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C18017 · C17966 | 15:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h00 | 17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Rugby to Liverpool Lime Street, including 1 direct trains, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Lowest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 21:04 |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby station (RUG) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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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FAQs: Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Rugby station (RUG) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Rugby station (RUG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Rugby to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby station (RUG) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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