The average train between Rugby and Nottingham takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Nottingham. 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 Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 12:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Nottingham station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Rugby to Nottingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Nottingham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Rugby to Nottingham train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Rugby and Nottingham is 65.2 km. The road distance is 108 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Nottingham via Tamworth High Level in around 1h 44m.