The average train between Rugby and Leeds takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Leeds at 2:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Leeds station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Rugby to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Rugby to Leeds train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rugby and Leeds is 159.6 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Leeds via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 36m.