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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Wales is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Wales is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Wales. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Cross Cheaping and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Rugby to Wales?

The distance between Rugby and Wales is 138 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Rugby to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Wales bus from?

Rugby to Wales bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, depart from Cross Cheaping station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Wales train from?

Rugby to Wales train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Wales?

The best way to get from Rugby to Wales is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Rugby to Wales bus arrive?

Rugby to Wales bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, arrive at Dale House station.

Where does the Rugby to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rugby to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Wales is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Rugby to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Rugby to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 23m
£65–105
Drive 121.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Cardiffcar 121.6 mi
2h 26m
£30–44
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Cross Cheaping to Dale Housebus X1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
6h 11m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 58m
£32–79

Rugby to Wales by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northcote Road to Cardiff North Road via Transport Museum, Cross Cheaping, Dale House, and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 6h 11m.

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