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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Rugby (RUG)

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23

train journeys
per day

148

miles (239 kms)

3hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Rugby (RUG)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Rugby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Rugby is approximately 148 miles (239 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Rugby.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Rugby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Rugby Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    13:15
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:53
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    15:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:12
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:55
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:17
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    19:15
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    19:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:17
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    20:55
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:10
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    22:26
    Darlington
    Rugby
    Darlington to Rugby

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 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 Darlington and Rugby

The travel time between Darlington and Rugby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Rugby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Darlington 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 Darlington & Rugby. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Rugby.

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