The average train between Rugby and Wales takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Wales at 10:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Wales station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Rugby to Wales train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Wales train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Rugby to Wales train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Wales is 168.4 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 24m.