The average train between Ormskirk and Rugby takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ormskirk is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Rugby at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool South Parkway and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Ormskirk station and arriving at Rugby station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Ormskirk to Rugby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ormskirk station.
Ormskirk to Rugby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Ormskirk to Rugby train tickets online with Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ormskirk and Rugby is 171.5 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Ormskirk to Rugby via Liverpool South Parkway and Crewe in around 2h 59m.