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Rugby to Thornaby train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Rugby to Thornaby, starting from £147.90 and averaging £147.90. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 36m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:42 Rugby	09:31 Thornaby	3h 49m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:25 Rugby	10:29 Thornaby	4h 4m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:34 Rugby	11:15 Thornaby	3h 41m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:39 Rugby	11:15 Thornaby	3h 36m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
07:39 Rugby	11:29 Thornaby	3h 50m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
08:15 Rugby	12:30 Paris	4h 15m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Rugby to Thornaby train route details

First train

05:42

Last train

18:42

Departure station

Rugby

Arrival station

Thornaby

Journey time

3h 36m

Distance

151 miles

Price

£147.90*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Rugby to Thornaby

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Rugby to Thornaby 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 Rugby to Thornaby 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Rugby to Thornaby, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving 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 Rugby to Thornaby 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 Rugby to Thornaby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rugby to Thornaby train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of 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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