The average train between Rugby and Ludlow takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is an hourly train service from Rugby to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Ludlow station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Rugby to Ludlow train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Ludlow train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Rugby to Ludlow train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Ludlow is 98.8 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 2h 48m.