The average train between Axminster and Rugby takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Axminster to Rugby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Axminster and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Axminster is at 9:06 PM which arrives into Rugby at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Basingstoke and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Axminster to Rugby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Axminster station and arriving at Rugby station via Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Axminster to Rugby train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.
Axminster to Rugby train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Coventry station.
Book your Axminster to Rugby train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Axminster and Rugby is 213.5 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Axminster to Rugby via Basingstoke and Coventry in around 4h 25m.