The average train between Rugby and Harrogate takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Harrogate. 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 Rugby and Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Harrogate? 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 Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Harrogate station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Rugby to Harrogate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Harrogate train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Rugby to Harrogate train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Harrogate is 181 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Harrogate via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in around 3h 44m.