The average train between Rugby and Llanelli takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Llanelli. 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 Llanelli. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Llanelli at 1:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Llanelli station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Rugby to Llanelli train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Llanelli train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Llanelli station.
Book your Rugby to Llanelli train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Llanelli is 212.5 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Llanelli via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 23m.