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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
42 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
43 m
Trains on 17 Sept
21
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 21 trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG), including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.
Y8087914:381h24Watford Junction (WFJ)16:02Rugby station (RUG)£191One-way0 changes- Y80879 · C1801714:381h04Watford Junction (WFJ)15:42Rugby station (RUG)£191One-way1 change
- Y8089115:381h24Watford Junction (WFJ)17:02Rugby station (RUG)£191One-way0 changes
- C17800 · C178789:381h04Watford Junction (WFJ)10:42Rugby station (RUG)£351One-way1 change
- C178009:381h24Watford Junction (WFJ)11:02Rugby station (RUG)£351One-way0 changes
C013697:310h42Watford Junction (WFJ)8:13Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way0 changes- W342608:310h43Watford Junction (WFJ)9:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way0 changes
- W340779:310h43Watford Junction (WFJ)10:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way0 changes
- W3411616:310h43Watford Junction (WFJ)17:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way0 changes
- W3423518:310h43Watford Junction (WFJ)19:14Rugby station (RUG)£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y80891 · C17881 | Delayed 14:57 15:38Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 16:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Y80891 | Delayed 14:57 15:38Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 17:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34116 | On time 16:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 17:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80779 · C18013 | On time 16:34 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h08 | 17:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| C01361 | On time 17:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 18:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80780 · C18012 | On time 17:35 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h07 | 18:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W34235 | On time 18:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 19:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80781 · C17783 | On time 18:35 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h07 | 19:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| C01353 | On time 19:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 20:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17857 · C17936 | On time 19:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 20:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| C01369 | 7:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h42 | 8:13 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80800 | 7:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 9:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80800 · C17750 | 7:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 8:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W34260 | 8:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 9:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80809 · C17848 | 8:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 9:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Y80809 | 8:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 10:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34077 | 9:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 10:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C17800 · C17878 | 9:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 10:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| C17800 | 9:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 11:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33964 | 10:30 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h44 | 11:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34232 | 14:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 15:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80879 | 14:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 16:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80879 · C18017 | 14:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 15:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Y80891 · C17881 | 15:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 16:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Y80891 | 15:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 17:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG)
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Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 15:34. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 42m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 15:34 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Rugby station (RUG) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) 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 station (RUG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Rugby station (RUG)
Most Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) trains use the Watford Junction to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford Junction (WFJ) and Rugby station (RUG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, 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 located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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