The average train between Bournemouth and Rugby takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Rugby at 10:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Rugby station via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Bournemouth to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.
Book your Bournemouth to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bournemouth and Rugby is 188.4 km. The road distance is 267 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Coventry every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 42m.