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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Rugeley
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Rugeley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Rugeley will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Rugeley on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
12:52 PM4h01Edinburgh4:53 PMRugeley$1181One-way0 transfers
- 12:52 PM4h01Edinburgh4:53 PMRugeley$1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Rugeley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Rugeley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Rugeley:
A flight is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Rugeley costing on average $98 (€81).
Other travel options to Rugeley take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 42m.
You'll arrive about 1h 36m sooner (3h 42m by train vs 5h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $98 (€81) compared to roughly $97 (€80) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Rugeley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Rugeley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Rugeley trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Rugeley from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Rugeley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Rugeley 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 Rugeley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Rugeley
Most Edinburgh to Rugeley trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Rugeley Town station pair, with some services arriving at Rugeley Trent Valley. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Rugeley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Which Rugeley station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Rugeley Town from Rugeley city centre
Rugeley Town train station facilities and services
Rugeley Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugeley Town.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugeley Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugeley Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugeley Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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.
Getting to Rugeley Trent Valley from Rugeley city centre
Rugeley Trent Valley is 1 km from Rugeley city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugeley Trent Valley train station facilities and services
Rugeley Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugeley Trent Valley.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: Yes.
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