Train travel to Rugby guide

Rugby railway station, located in Rugby, Warwickshire, England, is a historic and important railway hub. The first railway station in Rugby opened in 1838. The current station, built in 1885, was renovated from 2006 to 2008, including major track restructuring to allow trains to pass through Rugby at higher speeds.

As the main railway station in Rugby, it serves as a crucial junction on the West Coast Main Line, connecting multiple branch lines. Frequent train services are available to popular destinations such as London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Manchester Piccadilly. Additionally, bus stops in front of the station provide convenient connections to Rugby town centre, Cawston, Bilton and other destinations.

Near Rugby railway station, visitors can explore Rugby School, one of England's oldest independent schools, famously associated with the origins of rugby football. Another nearby attraction is Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, where visitors can view fine art collections, local history exhibits, and even Roman artifacts unearthed in the area.

Which train companies run trains to Rugby?

Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains all provide services to and from Rugby for various locations in the UK. Who provides your specific journey will depend on when you travel, and different providers can vary in price and duration, so be sure to check when booking.

What are Rugby's opening hours?

Rugby is typically open from 0:03 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though this is subject to change for reasons such as technical issues. We recommend verifying these hours before your journey to ensure a smooth experience.

Pick up & drop off at Rugby

Rugby has a designated car park, pick-up and drop-off point, offering passengers a seamless beginning or ending to their journey.

Connectivity of the Rugby?

Some of the key routes to Rugby include trains to and from London, London Euston, Birmingham, Birmingham New Street and Coventry. You can also typically expect frequent bus routes and taxis for further travel from Rugby. Be sure to use our train finder for your upcoming journey.

Rugby live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Rugby, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Rugby to London Euston13:5654mAvanti West CoastExp. 15:10
Rugby to London Euston14:3450mAvanti West CoastOn time
Rugby to London Euston14:5656mAvanti West CoastCancelled
Rugby to Birmingham New Street15:0441mWest Midlands TrainsOn time
Rugby to Birmingham New Street15:1526mAvanti West CoastCancelled
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Birmingham New Street to Rugby13:551h 48mAvanti West CoastExp. 15:09
Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby14:331h 41mAvanti West CoastOn time
Birmingham New Street to Rugby14:5527mAvanti West CoastCancelled
London Euston to Rugby15:031h 11mWest Midlands TrainsOn time
London Euston to Rugby15:1454mAvanti West CoastCancelled

Station Details

Address

Rugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Friday open from 05:45:00 until 20:00:00

Saturday open from 05:45:00 until 20:00:00

Sunday open from 08:10:00 until 19:50:00

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