The average train between Rugby and Harlech takes 8h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Harlech. 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 3 times a day between Rugby and Harlech. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Harlech at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 8h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Harlech? 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 Rugby to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Harlech station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
Rugby to Harlech train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Harlech train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Harlech station.
Book your Rugby to Harlech train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rugby and Harlech is 199.5 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Harlech via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth in around 6h 29m.