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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Liverpool
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€83
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 17
11
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Liverpool will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 11 trains from Rugby to Liverpool, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
C17789 · C178496:24 AM2h18Rugby station (RUG)8:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€141One-way1 transfer- C17878 · C1777410:42 AM2h00Rugby station (RUG)12:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€141One-way1 transfer
- C17873 · C1778011:42 AM2h00Rugby station (RUG)1:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€211One-way1 transfer
- C17792 · C1777812:42 PM2h05Rugby station (RUG)2:47 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€231One-way1 transfer
W338837:15 AM2h08Rugby station (RUG)9:23 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€601One-way0 transfers
- W33916+C1787810:42 AM1h41Rugby station (RUG)12:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1451One-way1 transfer
- W33996+C178971:42 PM1h41Rugby station (RUG)3:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1451One-way1 transfer
- C01309+C177837:42 PM1h41Rugby station (RUG)9:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1451One-way1 transfer
- W33898+C1787311:42 AM1h41Rugby station (RUG)1:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1451One-way1 transfer
- W34002+C179368:42 PM1h51Rugby station (RUG)10:33 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rugby to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rugby to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, while a bus costs an average of €28.
Distance: 163 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rugby to Liverpool:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rugby to Liverpool costing on average €28.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Live departures
Rugby to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17789 · C17849 | 6:24 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h18 | 8:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33883 | 7:15 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h08 | 9:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17878 · C17774 | 10:42 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h00 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33916+C17878 | 10:42 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 12:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17873 · C17780 | 11:42 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h00 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33898+C17873 | 11:42 AM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 1:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17792 · C17778 | 12:42 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h05 | 2:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33996+C17897 | 1:42 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01309+C17783 | 7:42 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h41 | 9:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34002+C17936 | 8:42 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 1h51 | 10:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C17936+ G38652+ C08029 | 8:42 PM Rugby station (RUG) | 2h57 | 11:39 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rugby to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby to Liverpool trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby and Liverpool from €24. 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 Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rugby to Liverpool
Most Rugby to Liverpool trains use the Rugby to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rugby station do trains to Liverpool 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 Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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