Portsmouth to Rugby by train

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Overview: trains from Portsmouth to Rugby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Portsmouth to Rugby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:52 View journey
Last train 22:19 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 177
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey €86.87 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 49m
Train operators 8

Travelling by train from Portsmouth to Rugby

Ready to travel from Portsmouth to Rugby by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Portsmouth and Rugby: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Portsmouth to Rugby:

  • Cheapest tickets: €86.87

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 3 and a half months in advance.

Portsmouth to Rugby departure frequency and train timetable

With 25 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 29 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:15 and the last one is at 22:19. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:52, with the last one at 22:19.

Portsmouth to Rugby distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 177 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 15 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Portsmouth and Rugby?

You can secure tickets for travel between Portsmouth and Rugby up to 3 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Portsmouth to Rugby

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Rugby city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Portsmouth to Rugby

Want to know more about your journey from Portsmouth to Rugby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Portsmouth to Rugby covers a distance of 177 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.