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Aberdare to Rugby by train

First train

04:51

Last train

21:50

Departure station

Aberdare

Arrival station

Rugby

Journey time

From 4h 24m

Distance

104 miles (167 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Aberdare to Rugby by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Aberdare to Rugby? Look no further.

You'll usually find 19 trains per day running between Aberdare and Rugby, which usually take 7 hours 17 minutes to complete the 104 miles (167 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Rugby by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Aberdare to Rugby if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Rugby? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Aberdare to Rugby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Aberdare to Rugby take?

The average journey time by train between Aberdare and Rugby is 7 hours and 17 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Aberdare and Rugby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Aberdare to Rugby is 4 hours and 24 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Aberdare to Rugby?

No, there are no direct train services from Aberdare to Rugby. Travelling from Aberdare to Rugby by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Aberdare to Rugby leave?

The first train from Aberdare to Rugby leaves at 04:51. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Aberdare to Rugby leave?

The last train from Aberdare to Rugby leaves at 21:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Aberdare and Rugby by train?

Trains travelling from Aberdare to Rugby cover a distance of around 104 miles (167 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Aberdare to Rugby

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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