The average train between Rugby and Syston takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Syston. 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 Syston. 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 Syston at 6:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 22m • 2 changes


1h 58m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


1h 56m • 2 changes


1h 22m • 2 changes


1h 58m • 2 changes


1h 55m • 2 changes


1h 56m • 2 changes


1h 13m • 2 changes


1h 57m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes


1h 50m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Syston? 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 Syston. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Syston station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Rugby to Syston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Syston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Rugby to Syston train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Rugby and Syston is 38.7 km. The road distance is 61 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Syston via Nuneaton and Leicester in around 1h 55m.