The average train between Rugby and Middlesbrough takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Middlesbrough. 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 every 2 hours between Rugby and Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Rugby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Rugby to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rugby and Middlesbrough is 245.2 km. The road distance is 354 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Middlesbrough via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 43m.