The average train between Hartlepool and Rugby takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Rugby at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Thornaby and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Rugby station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Hartlepool to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Thornaby station.
Hartlepool to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Hartlepool to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hartlepool and Rugby is 257.4 km. The road distance is 370 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Rugby via Thornaby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 49m.