The average train between Shirebrook and Rugby takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Shirebrook to Rugby. 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 Shirebrook and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shirebrook is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Rugby at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shirebrook to Rugby? 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 Shirebrook to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Shirebrook station and arriving at Rugby station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Shirebrook to Rugby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Shirebrook station.
Shirebrook to Rugby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Shirebrook to Rugby train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Shirebrook and Rugby is 92.9 km. The road distance is 142 km.
You can take a train from Shirebrook to Rugby via Nottingham and Tamworth in around 3h 16m.