The average train between Rugby and Middlesbrough takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Rugby and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 2m. 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 Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Rugby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Middlesbrough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Rugby to Middlesbrough train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Middlesbrough is 245.2 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Middlesbrough via Birmingham New Street and Darlington in around 4h 35m.