The average train between Cheltenham and Rugby takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 33m • 1 change

1h 44m • 1 change
Arrives next day

7h • 1 change

1h 30m • 1 change

1h 36m • 1 change

1h 34m • 1 change

1h 32m • 1 change

1h 34m • 1 change

1h 34m • 1 change

1h 34m • 1 change

1h 32m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Cheltenham to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Cheltenham to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Cheltenham and Rugby is 76.4 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 1h 30m.