The average train between Wigan and Rugby takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 Wigan and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Rugby station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.
Wigan to Rugby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Rugby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Wigan to Rugby train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Wigan and Rugby is 159.5 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Rugby via Crewe in around 1h 52m.