How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Rugby?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Rugby start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Rugby?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Rugby is 39m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Rugby route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Rugby?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Rugby departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Rugby?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Rugby?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Birmingham to Rugby?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Rugby?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Birmingham to Rugby from £4

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Rugby on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	39m	15:45	Rugby	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Birmingham New Street	34m	08:55	Rugby	Fastest
Train	08:21	Birmingham New Street	34m	08:55	Rugby	No tags
Train	08:36	Birmingham New Street	39m	09:15	Rugby	No tags
Train	15:21	Birmingham New Street	34m	15:55	Rugby	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Rugby on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	Birmingham New Street	39m	15:45	Rugby	Cheapest
Train	07:21	Birmingham New Street	34m	07:55	Rugby	Fastest
Train	07:06	Birmingham New Street	39m	07:45	Rugby	No tags
Train	07:21	Birmingham New Street	34m	07:55	Rugby	No tags
Train	07:36	Birmingham New Street	39m	08:15	Rugby	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 09/12/2025 GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Rugby. The journey takes about 39 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

39mAverage duration

29 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£5 - £20	Average duration39m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Rugby by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Rugby?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Rugby start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Rugby?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Rugby is 39m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Rugby route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Rugby?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Rugby departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 23:11.
Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Rugby?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Rugby?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Birmingham to Rugby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Rugby?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/12

£4

15/12

£4

Today

£6

17/12

£7

18/12

£6

19/12

£10

20/12

£15

21/12

£15

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Rugby was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Rugby as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £19 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Rugby based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.