Rugby to London train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 13
Cheapest price on Nov 13
€12
Average ticket price on Nov 13
€32
Fastest journey on Nov 13
50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 13
53 m
Trains on Nov 13
22
Distance
124 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rugby to London will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

On Fri, Nov 13, we found 22 trains from Rugby to London, including 22 direct services.

On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 57 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.

  • West Midlands TrainsY80853
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  • West Midlands TrainsY80847
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  • West Midlands TrainsY80841
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  • Avanti West CoastW34041
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  • West Midlands TrainsY80835
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rugby to London

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Trains from Rugby to London run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 49m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
77 miles (124 km)
Average train duration
1h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
49m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Frequently asked questions about your Rugby to London trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rugby to London.

Train ticket prices from Rugby to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €11, while the average price is around €36.
The train from Rugby to London takes 49m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Rugby to London leaves at 12:03 AM.
The distance by train from Rugby to London is 77 miles (124 km).
The last train from Rugby to London leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Rugby to London. This service operates 10 times per day, provided by West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast.

Live departures

Rugby to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Rugby to London trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
West Midlands TrainsY80878
Delayed
1:50 PM 1:46 PMRugby station (RUG)
1h31
3:17 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33922
On time
1:56 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
2:54 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80883
On time
2:16 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
3:50 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC18016
Delayed
2:30 PM 2:27 PMRugby station (RUG)
0h57
3:24 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34270
On time
2:34 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h53
3:27 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC17801
On time
2:46 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
4:17 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW33972
On time
2:56 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
3:54 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80895
On time
3:16 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
4:50 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC180083:27 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
4:24 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34228
On time
3:34 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h54
4:28 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80900
On time
3:46 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
5:17 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34236
On time
3:56 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
4:54 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80903
On time
4:16 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
5:50 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC18015
On time
4:27 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
5:24 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastC01292
On time
4:37 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h55
5:32 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80908
On time
4:46 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h32
6:18 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34244
On time
4:56 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
5:54 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC17796
On time
5:16 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
6:50 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC17791
On time
5:27 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
6:24 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34267
On time
5:34 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h54
6:28 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80914
On time
5:46 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
7:17 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW339015:55 PM Rugby station (RUG)
0h59
6:54 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY80917
On time
6:16 PM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
7:50 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
Friday, November 13
West Midlands TrainsC179208:02 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h20
9:22 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY808128:16 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
9:50 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC178808:27 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
9:25 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW341178:34 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
9:31 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY808178:46 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
10:17 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW342848:56 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
9:54 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY808239:16 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
10:50 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC178849:27 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
10:24 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW339529:34 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h53
10:27 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY808299:46 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
11:17 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW339429:56 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
10:54 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8083510:16 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
11:50 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC1785410:27 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
11:24 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW3413410:34 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h53
11:27 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW3408510:40 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h50
11:30 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8084110:46 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
12:17 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW3404110:56 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
11:54 AM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8084711:16 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h34
12:50 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC1783711:27 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h57
12:24 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW3389611:34 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h53
12:27 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsY8085311:46 AM Rugby station (RUG)
1h31
1:17 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW3423311:56 AM Rugby station (RUG)
0h58
12:54 PM London Euston (EUS)0 transfersDirect

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West Midlands Trains

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
57m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
€11
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
49m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€16
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Rugby and London

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Rugby to London.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Rugby to London.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

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Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.

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The train journey from Rugby to London passes through picturesque countryside and charming towns, offering pleasant views, though it's not typically considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Popular day trips by train from London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
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FAQs: Trains from Rugby to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Rugby to London.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Rugby to London

Most Rugby to London trains use the Rugby to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Rugby and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Rugby
Arrival train stations in London

Which Rugby station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Rugby to London leave from Rugby. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Rugby city centre at Rugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA.
RugbyRugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LAShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre

Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 96S, 8B, 8, 96A, 96, 4A, 2, D1, 8A · 2m · €2 · every ~22 min
4, 4A · 5m · €2 · every ~11 min

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.

Train stations for Rugby to London

Check train stations information for Rugby and London, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Rugby that goes to London is Rugby, which connects to London Euston.

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