What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bennett Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rugby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rugby?

The distance between Cardiff and Rugby is 139 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Rugby without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Rugby?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Cardiff to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rugby bus from?

Cardiff to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rugby train from?

Cardiff to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rugby?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rugby bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Rugby train arrive?

Cardiff to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rugby is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cardiff to Rugby.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Rugby?

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Rugby.

Cardiff to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Rugby by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to RugbyBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 46m
£36–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
4h 52m
£21–56
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rugby122.2 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Dale House to Pool Meadow Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Stand H85 / ...
6h 45m

Cardiff to Rugby by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rugby, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–45 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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