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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Rugby (RUG)

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32

train journeys
per day

103

miles (166 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Rugby (RUG)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Rugby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Rugby is approximately 103 miles (166 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Rugby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Rugby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Rugby Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    3 hrs 1 change
    10:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:55
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 1 change
    11:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 1 change
    13:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:45
    3 hrs 1 change
    15:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:55
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 1 change
    17:45
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:55
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:15
    Cardiff Central
    Rugby
    Cardiff Central to Rugby

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Rugby Station

Station name Rugby (RUG)
Address Rugby station, Railway Terrace, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 3LA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 05:45 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Rugby

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Rugby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Rugby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Rugby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Rugby. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Rugby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Central and Rugby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.