How to travel from Birmingham to Rugby

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Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Rugby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 27 miles (45 km)

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$15

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$25

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1h 8m

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38m

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47m

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Compare ways to travel from Birmingham to Rugby

Compare the available ways to get from Birmingham to Rugby, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Rugby is a train with an average price of $15.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Rugby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Rugby including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Birmingham to Rugby among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (38m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly $10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 vs $25). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Birmingham to Rugby

How to get from Birmingham to Rugby by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Birmingham to Rugby is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • Avanti West CoastW33901
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  • Avanti West CoastW34244
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FAQs: Travel from Birmingham to Rugby

Travel to Rugby 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 Birmingham to Rugby.

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There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Rugby including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Rugby is a train with an average price of $15.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Rugby is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.
The distance from Birmingham to Rugby is approximately 27 miles (45 km).
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Rugby is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Rugby as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Rugby:
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Rugby station (RUG).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Rugby, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Rugby by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Rugby:
  • 9 direct trains per day with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Rugby often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), Birmingham New Street (BHM), London, Coventry station (COV), Milton Keynes Central (MKC). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rugby and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rugby to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Rugby can be explored comfortably in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Rugby School, the World Rugby Hall of Fame, and the local town center.

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