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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
94 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Rugby for Stoke-on-Trent every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
L33389 · L3472309:421h17
Rugby station (RUG)10:59Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£111One-way
1 change
L33385 · L3471308:421h17
Rugby station (RUG)09:59Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£111One-way
1 change
L33394 · L3473610:421h17
Rugby station (RUG)11:59Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£111One-way
1 change
W0963209:470h39
Rugby station (RUG)10:26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£421One-way
0 changes
W0962608:470h39
Rugby station (RUG)09:26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£421One-way
0 changes
W0963209:470h39
Rugby station (RUG)10:26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£421One-way
0 changes
W0962608:470h39
Rugby station (RUG)09:26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£421One-way
0 changes
W09473+
C2337208:520h57
Rugby station (RUG)09:49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£421One-way
1 change
L33389 · L3472309:421h17
Rugby station (RUG)10:59Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£111One-way
1 change
L33385 · L3471308:421h17
Rugby station (RUG)09:59Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
£111One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 94 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£23 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L33385 · L34713 | On time 08:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h17 | 09:59 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| W09626 | 08:47 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h39 | 09:26 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W09473+C23372 | On time 08:52 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h57 | 09:49 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| L33389 · L34723 | On time 09:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h17 | 10:59 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
| W09632 | On time 09:47 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h39 | 10:26 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L33394 · L34736 | On time 10:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h17 | 11:59 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 23:11 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Stoke-on-Trent from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
£43
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£8
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent train
FAQs: Travel by train from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent.
The train distance from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent is 94 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Rugby and Stoke-on-Trent. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
The train journey from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent covers a distance of 94 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 5:25.
Booking trains from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 23:11.
The cost of a train ticket from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £23.
Trains from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent.
The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent is by coach, costing approximately £6.
To get from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Rugby that goes to Stoke-on-Trent is Rugby station (RUG), and it arrives at Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rugby and Stoke-on-Trent
Rugby
Stoke-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Rugby is Rugby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rugby for your trip from Rugby to Stoke-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Public transport options for Rugby
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Stoke-on-Trent is Longport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Longport for your journey to Stoke-on-Trent from Rugby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Longport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stoke-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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