The average train between Rugby and Spalding takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Spalding. 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 every 2 hours between Rugby and Spalding. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Spalding at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Spalding station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Rugby to Spalding train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.
Rugby to Spalding train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Peterborough station.
Book your Rugby to Spalding train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Spalding is 88.3 km. The road distance is 164 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Nuneaton to Peterborough hourly. Tickets cost £35–50 and the journey takes 1h 16m.