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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Rugby is to bus and train which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Bennett Street via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Rugby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Somerset to Rugby?

The distance between Somerset and Rugby is 172 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Somerset to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Rugby bus from?

Somerset to Rugby bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Rugby train from?

Somerset to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Rugby?

The best way to get from Somerset to Rugby is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Somerset to Rugby bus arrive?

Somerset to Rugby bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Somerset to Rugby train arrive?

Somerset to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Rugby is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Somerset to Rugby.

Where can I stay near Rugby?

There are 1220+ hotels available in Rugby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 14m
£72–120
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
5h 21m
£22–43
Drive 131.5 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Rugbycar 131.5 mi
2h 27m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
6h 30m
£23–36

Somerset to Rugby by bus and train

125Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Rugby via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Bennett Street via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Transport Museum in around 6h 30m.

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