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Alfreton to Rugeley by train

First train

04:43

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Alfreton

Arrival station

Rugeley

Journey time

From 1h 56m

Distance

33 miles (53 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

Travelling from Alfreton to Rugeley by train

Looking to travel from Alfreton to Rugeley by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 8 minutes to travel from Alfreton to Rugeley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 56 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 33 miles (53 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Rugeley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to get to Rugeley – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Alfreton to Rugeley in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Alfreton and Rugeley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alfreton to Rugeley is 1 hour and 56 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alfreton to Rugeley?

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

What time does the first train from Alfreton to Rugeley leave?

The first train from Alfreton to Rugeley leaves at 04:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alfreton to Rugeley leave?

The last train from Alfreton to Rugeley leaves at 22:44. 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 Alfreton and Rugeley by train?

Trains travelling from Alfreton to Rugeley cover a distance of around 33 miles (53 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Rugeley to Alfreton.

Cheap train tickets from Alfreton to Rugeley

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† 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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