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Outbound fromRugby to Gatwick Airport by train
It takes an average of 2h 34m to travel from Rugby to Gatwick Airport by train, over a distance of around 96 miles (155 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Rugby to Gatwick Airport and tickets for this journey start from £26 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:34 | |
| Departure station | Rugby | |
| Arrival station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Journey time | From 2h 4m | |
| Distance | 96 miles (155 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £26 | |
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Travelling from Rugby to Gatwick Airport by train
Looking to travel from Rugby to Gatwick Airport by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 34 minutes to travel from Rugby to Gatwick Airport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 96 miles (155 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Gatwick Airport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Thameslink or London Overground to get to Gatwick Airport. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Rugby to Gatwick Airport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £26.00.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Rugby to Gatwick Airport
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Rugby to Gatwick Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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