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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG)
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £20
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £33
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 44 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 55 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 12
- 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 £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 12 trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG), including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
W70317 · Y8083713:43 1h35 Watford Junction (WFJ) 15:18 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change- W70303 · Y80825
12:42 1h43 Watford Junction (WFJ) 14:25 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change - S14573 · C17847
13:37 1h05 Watford Junction (WFJ) 14:42 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change - S14574 · C17891
12:37 1h05 Watford Junction (WFJ) 13:42 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change - L12314
22:22 1h21 Watford Junction (WFJ) 23:43 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 0 changes
W3333913:30 0h44 Watford Junction (WFJ) 14:14 Rugby station (RUG) £46 1 One-way 0 changes- W33142
12:03 0h45 Watford Junction (WFJ) 12:48 Rugby station (RUG) £46 1 One-way 0 changes - C01360
22:43 0h57 Watford Junction (WFJ) 23:40 Rugby station (RUG) £46 1 One-way 0 changes - S14573 · C17847
13:37 1h05 Watford Junction (WFJ) 14:42 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change - S14574 · C17891
12:37 1h05 Watford Junction (WFJ) 13:42 Rugby station (RUG) £20 1 One-way 1 change
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 7 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 17:35. 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 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 17:35 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Frequently asked questions about your Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG).
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, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33612 | On time 17:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 18:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80911 · C17949 | On time 17:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 18:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Y80911 | On time 17:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 19:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33422 | On time 18:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 19:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80916 | On time 18:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h24 | 20:02 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y80916 · C17940 | On time 18:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h04 | 19:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W33440 | On time 19:31 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h43 | 20:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70424 · C17755 | On time 19:38 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h09 | 20:47 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 November | |||||
| W33142 | 12:03 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h45 | 12:48 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| S14574 · C17891 | 12:37 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h05 | 13:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W70303 · Y80825 | 12:42 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h43 | 14:25 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W33339 | 13:30 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0h44 | 14:14 Rugby station (RUG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| S14573 · C17847 | 13:37 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h05 | 14:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| W70317 · Y80837 | 13:43 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h35 | 15:18 Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Rugby station (RUG) train
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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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