The average train between Rugby and Sheerness takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Sheerness. 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 Sheerness. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Sheerness at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Sheerness? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Sheerness station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Rugby to Sheerness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Sheerness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sittingbourne station.
Book your Rugby to Sheerness train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Southeastern and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Rugby and Sheerness is 173.2 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Sheerness-on-Sea via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Sittingbourne in around 3h 14m.