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The cheapest and fastest trains from Walsall to Rugby
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£0.00
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 h 4 m
Trains on 13 Oct
14
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Walsall to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Walsall to Rugby you need to make at least one change.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Walsall to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Walsall to Rugby and enjoy the approximately 54 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:21.
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
Distance 54 km |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 22:21 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 28 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
Live departures
Walsall to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Walsall to Rugby trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 17:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 17:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 18:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 17:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 18:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 18:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 19:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 18:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 19:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 19:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 20:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 19:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 20:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 20:37 Walsall | 1h17 | 21:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 20:50 Walsall | 1h24 | 22:14 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 21:20 Walsall | 1h25 | 22:45 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 21:50 Walsall | 0h59 | 22:49 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 22:22 Walsall | 1h15 | 23:37 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 22:37 Walsall | 1h06 | 23:43 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 23:32 Walsall | 6h30 | 6:02 Rugby | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| 6:02 Walsall | 1h13 | 7:15 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 6:32 Walsall | 1h12 | 7:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 6:52 Walsall | 1h02 | 7:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 7:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 8:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 8:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 8:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 9:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 9:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 9:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 10:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 9:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 10:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 10:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 11:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 10:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 11:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 11:21 Walsall | 1h23 | 12:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 11:50 Walsall | 1h04 | 12:54 Rugby | 1 change | |
| 12:20 Walsall | 1h24 | 13:44 Rugby | 1 change | |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Walsall to Rugby trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Walsall and Rugby. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Average West Midlands Trains Duration
59m
West Midlands Trains frequency
25 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.
Best day trips from Rugby by train
The most popular day trips by train from Rugby are London, Birmingham, Coventry, Leamington Spa and Warwick. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rugby on Omio.
Day trip from Rugby to London by train
Why visit London for the day?
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
How to get from Rugby to London by train?
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 49m.
Day trip from Rugby to Birmingham by train
Why visit Birmingham for the day?
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
How to get from Rugby to Birmingham by train?
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 31m.
Day trip from Rugby to Coventry by train
Why visit Coventry for the day?
Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.
How to get from Rugby to Coventry by train?
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Rugby to Leamington Spa by train
Why visit Leamington Spa for the day?
Leamington Spa is a Regency town in Warwickshire known for elegant architecture and its 19th-century spa heritage. Around the Royal Pump Rooms and Jephson Gardens, it feels polished yet relaxed, with independent shops, cafés and a lively local scene.
How to get from Rugby to Leamington Spa by train?
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:34.
Day trip from Rugby to Warwick by train
Why visit Warwick for the day?
Warwick is a historic market town in Warwickshire, best known for Warwick Castle and its medieval character. Its compact centre, timber-framed buildings and riverside setting give it a calm, distinctly English feel.
How to get from Rugby to Warwick by train?
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:34.
FAQs: Walsall to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Walsall 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 train distance from Walsall to Rugby is 54 km.
The first train from Walsall to Rugby leaves at 5:33.
The last train from Walsall to Rugby departs at 22:21.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Walsall to Rugby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Walsall to Rugby.
There is no night train service from Walsall to Rugby.
Booking trains from Walsall 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 Walsall to Rugby is generally considered more functional than scenic, as it primarily traverses urban and suburban areas, with some glimpses of the English countryside along the way.
Yes, you can take the train from Walsall to Rugby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Walsall and Rugby
Most Walsall to Rugby trains use the Walsall to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Walsall and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Walsall
Arrival train stations in Rugby
Which Walsall station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Trains from Walsall to Rugby leave from Walsall. The station is from Walsall city centre at Walsall station, Saddlers Centre, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9JS.
WalsallWalsall station, Saddlers Centre, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 9JS
City-centre transport
Getting to Walsall from Walsall city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesIn the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Station Street - Outside entrance to Platform 1
Walsall train station facilities and services
Walsall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Walsall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walsall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walsall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Walsall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walsall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are locate in the Booking Hall and on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rugby station do trains from Walsall arrive at?
Trains from Walsall 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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