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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Rugby
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 959
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- ฿ 1,455
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 33 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Rugby will cost around ฿ 1,455 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only ฿ 959.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 5 trains from Manchester to Rugby, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
8:00 AM 3h26 Manchester 11:26 AM Rugby ฿ 959 1 One-way 0 changes
6:06 PM 2h20 Manchester 8:26 PM Rugby ฿ 1,457 1 One-way 0 changes1:06 PM 2h20 Manchester 3:26 PM Rugby ฿ 1,469 1 One-way 0 changes7:06 AM 2h20 Manchester 9:26 AM Rugby ฿ 1,683 1 One-way 0 changes8:06 AM 2h20 Manchester 10:26 AM Rugby ฿ 1,708 1 One-way 0 changes
8:06 AM 2h20 Manchester 10:26 AM Rugby ฿ 1,708 1 One-way 0 changes1:06 PM 2h20 Manchester 3:26 PM Rugby ฿ 1,469 1 One-way 0 changes6:06 PM 2h20 Manchester 8:26 PM Rugby ฿ 1,457 1 One-way 0 changes7:06 AM 2h20 Manchester 9:26 AM Rugby ฿ 1,683 1 One-way 0 changes8:00 AM 3h26 Manchester 11:26 AM Rugby ฿ 959 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Rugby run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿ 409 but you can travel from only ฿ 300 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 409 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Manchester to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Rugby trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L89640+C17854 | On time 8:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 10:26 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
 G01005+C17854 | On time 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h01 | 10:26 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| L89647+C16927 · Y80859 | On time 9:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h09 | 12:15 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 2 changes | |
| L89647+C17837 | On time 9:06 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 11:26 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| L89670+C18016 | On time 12:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 2:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| G01022+C18016 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h01 | 2:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
| L89677+C18008 | On time 1:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h20 | 3:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Rugby
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FAQs: Manchester to Rugby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Rugby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Rugby
Most Manchester to Rugby trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Rugby leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Getting to Belle Vue from Manchester city centre
Belle Vue is 4 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Belle Vue train station facilities and services
Belle Vue has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Belle Vue.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belle Vue: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belle Vue: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C station, To Manchester : Through a 3ft wide gate, along a path (80 paces), down a stepped ramp (42 paces, 1:9 slope) to the right of the bridge and through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Sheffield : Through a 3ft wide gate, down a stepped ramp (50 paces, 1:9 slope) to the left of the bridge, along a path (25 paces) and through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Rugby station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
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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