The average train between Rugby and Prestwich takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Prestwich. 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 Prestwich. 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 Prestwich at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Prestwich station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Rugby to Prestwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Prestwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Prestwich station.
The distance between Rugby and Prestwich is 146.2 km. The road distance is 170 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 59m.