The average train between Rugby and Alfreton takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Alfreton. 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 every 2 hours between Rugby and Alfreton. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Alfreton at 10:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Alfreton. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Alfreton station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Rugby to Alfreton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Alfreton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Chesterfield station.
Book your Rugby to Alfreton train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rugby and Alfreton is 81.2 km. The road distance is 137 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Alfreton via Tamworth High Level and Chesterfield in around 2h 31m.