The average train between Hexham and Rugby takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Hexham 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 Hexham and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hexham is at 10:08 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hexham 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 Hexham to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Hexham station and arriving at Rugby station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Hexham to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hexham station.
Hexham to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Hexham to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hexham and Rugby is 294.4 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Hexham to Rugby via Carlisle and Crewe in around 4h 46m.