The average train between Rugby and Windermere takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Windermere. 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 3 hours between Rugby and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Windermere at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Windermere station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.
Rugby to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Rugby to Windermere train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rugby and Windermere is 248.5 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 11m.