The average train between Stockton-on-Tees and Rugby takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby. 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 Stockton-on-Tees and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stockton-on-Tees is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Rugby at 9:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby? 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 Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Stockton-on-Tees station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Stockton-on-Tees to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Rugby is 244.4 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Thornaby to Rugby via Darlington and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 9m.