Cardiff to Rugby train with Cross Country

Fri, Feb 07
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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Rugby

Showing times and prices for Feb 07

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Cross CountryP11658Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayP11658C86847
06:39AM3h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:45AMRugby station (RUG)
$611One-way
1 transfer
Cross CountryY22195Great Western Railway+Cross Country+Avanti West CoastY22195C65939C44580
05:54AM3h01
Cardiff Central (CDF)
08:55AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22196Great Western Railway+Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayY22196P11664C86841
06:24AM2h51
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:15AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22197Great Western Railway+Cross Country+Avanti West CoastY22197C65941C49964
06:51AM3h04
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:55AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22198Great Western Railway+Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayY22198P11668C86853
07:23AM2h52
Cardiff Central (CDF)
10:15AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers

Cardiff to Rugby train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 7
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Cross Country
Y22195
Great Western RailwayY22195
05:54AM Cardiff Central (CDF)3h01 08:55AM Rugby station (RUG)2 transfers
Cross Country
Y22196
Great Western RailwayY22196
06:24AM Cardiff Central (CDF)2h51 09:15AM Rugby station (RUG)2 transfers
Cross Country
P11658
Cross CountryP11658
06:39AM Cardiff Central (CDF)3h06 09:45AM Rugby station (RUG)1 transfer
Cross Country
Y22197
Great Western RailwayY22197
06:51AM Cardiff Central (CDF)3h04 09:55AM Rugby station (RUG)2 transfers
Cross Country
Y22198
Great Western RailwayY22198
07:23AM Cardiff Central (CDF)2h52 10:15AM Rugby station (RUG)2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Rugby

Showing times and prices for Feb 07

Fastest Journey

2 h 51 m

Average

2 h 59 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

165 km

It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Rugby without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Cross CountryY22196Great Western Railway+Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayY22196P11664C86841
06:24AM2h51
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:15AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22198Great Western Railway+Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayY22198P11668C86853
07:23AM2h52
Cardiff Central (CDF)
10:15AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22195Great Western Railway+Cross Country+Avanti West CoastY22195C65939C44580
05:54AM3h01
Cardiff Central (CDF)
08:55AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryY22197Great Western Railway+Cross Country+Avanti West CoastY22197C65941C49964
06:51AM3h04
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:55AMRugby station (RUG)
$1611One-way
2 transfers
Cross CountryP11658Cross Country+West Midlands RailwayP11658C86847
06:39AM3h06
Cardiff Central (CDF)
09:45AMRugby station (RUG)
$611One-way
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Rugby

Trains from Cardiff to Rugby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€41) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
101 miles (164 km)
Average train duration
3h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$46 (€41)
Trains per day
3
Train providers
1
Fastest train
2h 55m
First train
05:33
Last train
21:26
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: CrossCountry and first_great_western from Cardiff to Rugby trains

Travel to Rugby from Cardiff from $53 (€48) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry and first_great_western! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Cardiff and Rugby you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Train information from Cardiff to Rugby with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 52 min
  • Cheapest Price: $53
  • CrossCountry frequency: 7 a day

Convenient Cardiff to Rugby Train Journey

Planning your travel has never been easier with frequent and reliable Cardiff to Rugby train options. Departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rugby, these trains offer a comfortable and efficient way to connect two bustling cities. Whether it's a weekday business trip or a weekend getaway, trains from Cardiff to Rugby provide seamless travel with convenient schedules to fit your needs. Start your journey by booking a train from Cardiff to Rugby today and enjoy the hassle-free convenience of railway travel!

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Rugby

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Rugby easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Rugby.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Rugby can start from as little as $45 (€41) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Rugby is $124 (€112); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cardiff to Rugby train travel time is 2 h 55 min   for the 102 mile (164 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cardiff to Rugby leaves at 1: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cardiff to Rugby leaves at 9: 26 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Cardiff to Rugby which require at least one change with CrossCountry or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Cardiff to Rugby train with CrossCountry or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Cardiff and Rugby as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 26 PM.
A trip to Rugby from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Rugby by train is April.
You have options as you can travel to Rugby from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.

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