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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Rugby is to bus and line 85 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Rugby is to train which takes 38 min and costs £9 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Dale House and arriving at Lawrence Sheriff Street via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Rugby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Rugby. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Birmingham to Rugby?

The distance between Birmingham and Rugby is 30 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £9 - £24.

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Rugby takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rugby bus from?

Birmingham to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, depart from Dale House station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Rugby train from?

Birmingham to Rugby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Rugby?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Rugby is to train which takes 38 min and costs £9 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 85 bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Birmingham to Rugby bus arrive?

Birmingham to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Rugby train arrive?

Birmingham to Rugby train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Rugby is 35 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Birmingham to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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Birmingham to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 85 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Rugby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
38 min
£9–24
Bus, line 85 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dale House to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Lawrence Sheriff Streetbus 85A / ...
2h 50m
£6–7
Drive 35.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Rugbycar 35.1 mi
38 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birmingham to Rugbytaxi 35.1 mi
38 min
£150–190

Birmingham to Rugby by train

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Distance: 30.1 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £9–24 and the journey takes 38 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dale House to Lawrence Sheriff Street via Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 2h 50m.

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