The average train between Rugby and Wales takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Wales at 10:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Rugby to Wales train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Rugby and Wales is 168.4 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 24m.