The average train between Swindon and Rugby takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon 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 Swindon and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Rugby at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Rugby station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Swindon to Rugby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Rugby train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Swindon to Rugby train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Rugby is 97.1 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Rugby via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 48m.