4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Banbury
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Rugby to Banbury without transferring at least once.
6:05 AM0h48Rugby6:53 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer- 7:05 AM0h49Rugby7:54 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
- 8:01 AM0h52Rugby8:53 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
- 9:04 AM0h53Rugby9:57 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
- 10:04 AM0h50Rugby10:54 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
4:12 PM0h42Rugby4:54 PMBanbury$1061One-way1 transfer- 6:05 AM0h48Rugby6:53 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
- 7:05 AM0h49Rugby7:54 AMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
- 8:04 PM0h49Rugby8:53 PMBanburyFind prices1 transfer
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rugby to Banbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rugby to Banbury:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rugby to Banbury costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to Banbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 0m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (39m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $10 (€8) 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.
Live departures
Rugby to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Banbury trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:03 AM Rugby | 0h51 | 11:54 AM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Banbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rugby to Banbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Banbury trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Banbury from $7 (€6). 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 Rugby to Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Banbury 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 Banbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rugby to Banbury
Most Rugby to Banbury trains use the Rugby to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Banbury leave from?
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.
Which Banbury station do trains from Rugby arrive at?
Getting to Banbury from Banbury city centre
Banbury train station facilities and services
Banbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Banbury.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Banbury. ATMs are available at Banbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Banbury.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Banbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Banbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Banbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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