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Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.00, with average prices for this route around £9.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:05 Manchester Piccadilly	06:32 Rugby	1h 27m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	06:52 Rugby	1h 41m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:55 Manchester Piccadilly	08:15 Rugby	2h 20m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:07 Manchester Piccadilly	08:26 Rugby	2h 19m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:24 Manchester Piccadilly	08:55 Rugby	2h 31m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:30 Manchester Piccadilly	08:26 Paris	1h 56m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby train route details

First train

05:05

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Rugby

Journey time

1h 18m

Distance

87 miles

Price

£9.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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