The average train between Doncaster and Rugby takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Doncaster 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 every 3 hours between Doncaster and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 7:59 PM which arrives into Rugby at 10:14 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Rugby station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Doncaster to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Doncaster to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Doncaster and Rugby is 128.4 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 19m.