The average train between Middlesbrough and Rugby takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Middlesbrough 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 2 hours between Middlesbrough and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Rugby at 11:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Rugby station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Middlesbrough to Rugby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Rugby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Middlesbrough to Rugby train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Middlesbrough and Rugby is 245.2 km. The road distance is 354 km.
You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Rugby via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 45m.