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Rugby Football Museum
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Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby 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 £9.
Distance: 94 km
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1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 W34125 | On time 17:53 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0h40 | 18:33 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70485 · C17876 | On time 17:57 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h29 | 19:26 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W70497 · C17863 | On time 18:57 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h31 | 20:28 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 29m.
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 £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
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: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Rugby from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 29m
Cheapest Price
£9
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
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
39m
Cheapest Price
£81
Avanti West Coast frequency
22 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cross Country frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Rugby
Things to do in Rugby
Discover the best of Rugby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rugby trip today.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
Local history museum with Roman finds, social history displays, and changing exhibitions that introduce Rugby and the wider borough.
- Recommended
Rugby Art Gallery
Art gallery programme within Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, showing contemporary exhibitions alongside community-focused visual arts events.
- Recommended
Caldecott Park
Large urban park with formal gardens, play areas, sports facilities, and broad lawns, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
- Recommended
Newbold on Avon Canal Walk
Scenic canal-side walking area by Newbold, popular for waterside strolls, narrowboats, and easy access to the Oxford Canal route.
- Recommended
Swift Valley Nature Reserve
Pleasant riverside and meadow paths east of town, good for walking, wildlife spotting, and seeing a calmer side of Rugby.
Toad in the Hole
A Warwickshire and West Midlands speciality of pork sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter, often served with onion gravy.
Beef and Ale Stew
A traditional English stew of beef, root vegetables and ale or stock, common in pubs across Warwickshire in colder months.
Warwickshire Pie
A classic Midlands sweet-and-savoury pie with minced meat, apples and warming spices, linked to nearby Warwickshire traditions.
Efes
Well-known Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and generous sharing plates in a lively space.
On The Rocks
Smart Indian restaurant known locally for refined curries, tandoori dishes and attentive table service.
The Dun Cow
Popular Rugby pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail fares can be relatively high and local bus costs are manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as leaving small change.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city centre
Rugby railway station -> Rugby Town Centre
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Rugby railway station is about a 15-20 minute walk from the town centre.
- Licensed Hackney carriages use the railway station rank and town-centre ranks. Contactless payment availability varies by operator, so check before travel.
FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby covers a distance of 94 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby is 94 km.
The first train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby leaves at 5:35.
The last train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby departs at 23:12.
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Rugby. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
To get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby.
The train station in Stoke-on-Trent that goes to Rugby is Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT), and it arrives at Rugby station (RUG).
The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby offers views of the English countryside, passing through areas like Staffordshire and Warwickshire, with glimpses of fields and rural landscapes, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby is feasible with a travel time of 1h 29m. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 94 km.
To explore Rugby's main attractions, such as the Rugby Football Museum and the historic architecture, 1 to 2 days should be sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Rugby
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stoke-on-Trent
Arrival train stations in Rugby
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby leave from Stoke-on-Trent. The station is 1 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre at Stoke-on-Trent station, Station Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA.
Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent station, Station Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA+44 345 328 0253
City-centre transport
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Bus25, 23, 40A · 9m · every ~18 min
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: 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.
LongportLongport station, Station Street, Longport, Staffordshire, ST6 4ND
City-centre transport
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainNottingham - Crewe, Newark Castle - Crewe · 4m · £2
Bus94 · 10m · every ~2 min
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: 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.
Which Rugby station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at?
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Rugby arrive at Rugby. Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre.
RugbyRugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA
City-centre transport
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, 96S, 8B, 8, 96A, 96, 4A, 2, D1, 8A · 2m · £2 · every ~22 min
4, 4A · 5m · £2 · every ~11 min
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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