The average train between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Rugby takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rugby. 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 Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newcastle Airport (NCL) is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Rugby at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rugby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport (NCL) station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.
Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rugby train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Rugby train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Rugby station.
The distance between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Rugby is 297.9 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a subway from Newcastle Airport to Rugby via Central Station, Newcastle, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 42m.