The average train between Leeds and Rugby takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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 Leeds and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Rugby station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Leeds to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Leeds to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Leeds and Rugby is 159.6 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Rugby via Tamworth in around 2h 40m.