The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Sheffield
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Sheffield will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rugby for Sheffield on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rugby to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€83 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rugby to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:43 AM Rugby | 1h32 | 6:15 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:34 AM Rugby | 2h32 | 8:06 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:42 AM Rugby | 1h35 | 12:17 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rugby to Sheffield by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Sheffield
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:42 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Rugby to Sheffield start from as low as $52 (€42) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $101 (€83) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Sheffield trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Sheffield 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 Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rugby to Sheffield
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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