The average train between Rugby and Gateshead takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Gateshead. 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 Rugby and Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Gateshead station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Rugby to Gateshead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Gateshead train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Rugby to Gateshead train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Gateshead is 289 km. The road distance is 379 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Newcastle via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 14m.