The average train between Hull and Rugby takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Hull 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 Hull and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Rugby at 12:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Rugby station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Hull to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Hull to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Hull and Rugby is 164.9 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 4h 21m.