The average train between Plymouth and Rugby takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Plymouth to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Plymouth to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Plymouth and Rugby is 298.9 km. The road distance is 396 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 19m.