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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Rugby | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Rugby to Preston
The journey takes about 2 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just £74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £74
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rugby to Preston 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 Rugby to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Rugby to Preston start from £74. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rugby to Preston?
The average train journey time from Rugby to Preston is 2h 36m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Rugby to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rugby to Preston?
The earliest train from Rugby to Preston departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 12:09.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rugby to Preston was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rugby to Preston as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £71 to £162 for a train ticket from Rugby to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £73, which is on 2025-12-13.
