The average train between Rugby and Salford Quays takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Salford Quays. 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 Salford Quays. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Salford Quays at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Salford Quays station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Rugby to Salford Quays train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Salford Quays train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Harbour City station.
The distance between Rugby and Salford Quays is 140.6 km. The road distance is 166 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 59m.