4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Rugby
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Rugby will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Southampton to Rugby you need to make at least one change.
G00849+
Y808176:152h30Southampton Central (SOU)8:45Rugby station (RUG)£651One-way1 change
L78756+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W339648:003h14Southampton Central (SOU)11:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way2 changes- L78750+W34077+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston7:003h14Southampton Central (SOU)10:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way2 changes
- L78871+C17878+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston7:303h12Southampton Central (SOU)10:42Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way2 changes
- G00851+Y808297:152h30Southampton Central (SOU)9:45Rugby station (RUG)£1231One-way1 change
- G00851+Y808297:152h30Southampton Central (SOU)9:45Rugby station (RUG)£1231One-way1 change
- G00849+Y808176:152h30Southampton Central (SOU)8:45Rugby station (RUG)£651One-way1 change
- L78871+C17878+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston7:303h12Southampton Central (SOU)10:42Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way2 changes
- L78869+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C178486:303h12Southampton Central (SOU)9:42Rugby station (RUG)£1391One-way2 changes
- L78756+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W339648:003h14Southampton Central (SOU)11:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 163 km
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£76 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Rugby trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00849+Y80817 | 6:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h30 | 8:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| L78869+C17848+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 6:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h12 | 9:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
| L78750+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34077 | 7:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h14 | 10:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
| G00851+Y80829 | 7:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h30 | 9:45 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| L78871+C17878+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 7:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h12 | 10:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
| L78756+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33964 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h14 | 11:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Rugby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 22:34 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Rugby trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Rugby from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Rugby
Most Southampton to Rugby trains use the Southampton Central to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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 Southampton arrive at?
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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