Rugby to Cardiff train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$57

Average price

$57

Fastest journey

4 h 54 m

Average duration

4 h 54 m

Trains per day

Distance

165 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rugby to Cardiff will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Rugby for Cardiff on Sat, Jun 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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.

05:33AM4h54

Rugby

10:27AMCardiff

$571One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rugby to Cardiff

United Kingdom

Trains from Rugby to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€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

4h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€41)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 51m

First train

04:22

Last train

21:26

Price information

Train providers: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains from Rugby to Cardiff trains

Buy your official CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains and Virgin Trains train tickets to Cardiff from Rugby from $53 (€43) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

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

Train information from Rugby to Cardiff with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $53

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Rugby to Cardiff train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 31 min
Cheapest Price: $326
Virgin Trains frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Rugby to Cardiff

FAQs: Travel by train from Rugby to Cardiff 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 Rugby to Cardiff.

Cheap train tickets from Rugby to Cardiff can start from as little as $50 (€40) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Rugby to Cardiff is $101 (€82); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Rugby to Cardiff train time is 2 h 50 min covering the 102 mile (164 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Rugby to Cardiff leaves at 4: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Rugby to Cardiff leaves at 9: 26 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Rugby to Cardiff which require at least one change with CrossCountry or West Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Rugby to Cardiff train with CrossCountry or West Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Rugby to Cardiff 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 Cardiff from Rugby is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Rugby to Cardiff is July.

Yes, you can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff.