Going from Reading to Rugby by train

About to set off from Reading to Rugby by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train tickets between Reading and Rugby

The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Rugby start at £50.10. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Reading to Rugby is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Reading to Rugby train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:15.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:54.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:12.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:47.

  • 66 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 11 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Reading to Rugby

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 26 minutes, spanning 104 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between Reading and Rugby?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Reading to Rugby

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Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Reading and Rugby by train?

The total journey from Reading to Rugby is 104 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Reading to Rugby?

The lowest price on this route is £50.10. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Reading to Rugby?

Tickets for travel between Reading to Rugby are available 4 months before departure.

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

The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 26 minutes.