4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Rugby
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Rugby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Rugby will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool for Rugby on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
6:07 AM2h19Liverpool8:26 AMRugby$451One-way0 transfers- 7:33 AM2h42Liverpool10:15 AMRugby$701One-way0 transfers
- 6:07 AM2h19Liverpool8:26 AMRugby$451One-way0 transfers
- 7:33 AM2h42Liverpool10:15 AMRugby$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Rugby:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Rugby costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
The journey is about 34m faster (1h 51m by train vs 2h 25m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $62 (€51)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Rugby train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Rugby trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C16951 · C17796 | On time 2:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h42 | 5:15 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| C16954 · C17791 | On time 3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h14 | 5:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| C16956 · Y80917 | On time 3:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h42 | 6:15 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| C16959 · C18025 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h14 | 6:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| C16962 · C17906 | On time 4:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h42 | 7:15 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| C16964 · C17876 | On time 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 7:26 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 6:07 AM Liverpool | 2h19 | 8:26 AM Rugby | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:33 AM Liverpool | 2h42 | 10:15 AM Rugby | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Rugby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $10 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Rugby trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Rugby from $10 (€9). 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 Liverpool to Rugby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Rugby
Most Liverpool to Rugby trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Rugby station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Rugby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, 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.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Rugby station do trains from Liverpool 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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