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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, while a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 80 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Rugby:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Luton to Rugby costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 58m.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-39.68. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Rugby from Luton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Luton to Rugby is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Rugby are Birmingham, London, Coventry, Leicester and Leamington Spa. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Rugby on Omio.
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.
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.
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.
Leicester is known for its diverse communities, rich history and strong connection to Richard III. Roman roots, a lively market and a varied food scene give the city a practical, friendly feel.
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Rugby:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Luton to Rugby costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 58m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Rugby as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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