The average train between Bristol and Rugeley takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Rugeley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Rugeley. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Rugeley at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Rugeley. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Rugeley station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Bristol to Rugeley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Rugeley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugeley Town station.
Book your Bristol to Rugeley train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bristol and Rugeley is 151.8 km. The road distance is 183 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Rugeley Town via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 29m.