The average train between Rugby and Skegness takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Skegness. 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 Skegness. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Skegness at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rugby to Skegness? 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 Skegness. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Skegness station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Rugby to Skegness train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Skegness train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Skegness station.
Book your Rugby to Skegness train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Rugby and Skegness is 137.8 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Skegness via Tamworth High Level and Nottingham in around 4h 47m.