4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€147
Average price
€147
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Edinburgh will cost around €147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €147.
It's difficult to get from Rugby to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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W3410112:47 PM4h53Rugby station (RUG)5:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer- W85177+C013128:47 AM4h45Rugby station (RUG)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer
- W85182+W3405910:47 AM4h49Rugby station (RUG)3:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer
- W85177+C013128:47 AM4h45Rugby station (RUG)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer
- W85182+W3405910:47 AM4h49Rugby station (RUG)3:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer
- W85191+W3410112:47 PM4h53Rugby station (RUG)5:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1471One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rugby to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 418 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€98 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rugby to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85177+C01312 | 8:47 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 4h45 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85182+W34059 | 10:47 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 4h49 | 3:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85191+W34101 | 12:47 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 4h53 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Edinburgh
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Trains from Rugby to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 418 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 418 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 6:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Rugby to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rugby and Edinburgh from €21. 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 Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rugby to Edinburgh
Most Rugby to Edinburgh trains use the Rugby to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Rugby from Rugby city centre
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
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