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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Preston takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 29m
Duration
132 mi
Distance
£52
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rugby to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Preston. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Preston at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express6h 8m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 10m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 131.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Rugby, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Rugby to Preston via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 24m.

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