What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Rugby?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Rugby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Rugby?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Infant Street and arriving at Bennett Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Rugby via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Accrington to Rugby?

The distance between Accrington and Rugby is 144 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Rugby without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Rugby?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Accrington to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Rugby bus from?

Accrington to Rugby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Infant Street station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Rugby train from?

Accrington to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Rugby?

The best way to get from Accrington to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Accrington to Rugby bus arrive?

Accrington to Rugby bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Accrington to Rugby train arrive?

Accrington to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Rugby is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Accrington to Rugby.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Rugby?

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There are 5 ways to get from Accrington to Rugby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain
3h 39m
£40–101
Drive 137.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Rugbycar 137.6 mi
2h 25m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Coventrybus Uk980
6h 31m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
3h 47m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Shudehill Interchangebus X41
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
7h 23m

Accrington to Rugby by train

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Rugby, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Rugby via Preston and Crewe in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Infant Street to Bennett Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Coventry, and Transport Museum in around 6h 31m.

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