The average train between Wakefield and Rugby takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield 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 every 3 hours between Wakefield and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Rugby at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Rugby station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Wakefield to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.
Wakefield to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Wakefield to Rugby train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Wakefield and Rugby is 146.8 km. The road distance is 185 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Rugby via Tamworth in around 2h 28m.