The average train between Rugby and Sheffield takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Rugby to Sheffield. 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 Sheffield. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Sheffield at 10:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Sheffield station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Rugby to Sheffield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Sheffield train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Rugby to Sheffield train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Sheffield is 113.3 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Sheffield via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 8m.