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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Rugby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Rugby run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €83 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €83 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 21:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, first_great_western from Swindon to Rugby trainsCrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Rugby from €83. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
€83
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
€159
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Swindon to Rugby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Rugby 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 Rugby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Swindon to Rugby can start from as little as €81 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swindon to Rugby is €82; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swindon to Rugby train time is 2 h 16 min covering the 97 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Swindon to Rugby leaves at 05: 33. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Swindon to Rugby leaves at 18: 40.
There are 4 trains a day from Swindon to Rugby which require at least one change with CrossCountry or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Swindon to Rugby, you can count on CrossCountry or first_great_western for the best way to get you to Rugby. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Rugby from Swindon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 40.
A trip to Rugby from Swindon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 16 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Swindon to Rugby is September.
You have options as you can travel from Swindon to Rugby 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swindon to Rugby
Swindon
Rugby
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Rugby.
Swindon
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
The major train station for arrivals in Rugby is Rugby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rugby for your journey to Rugby from Swindon.
Rugby
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Public transit options for Rugby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
Most popular train connections from Swindon
Most popular trains to and from Rugby and Swindon
Most popular train connections to Rugby
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