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Outbound fromRugby to Walsall by train
It takes an average of 2h 0m to travel from Rugby to Walsall by train, over a distance of around 34 miles (55 km). There are normally 44 trains per day travelling from Rugby to Walsall and tickets for this journey start from £3.60 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Rugby to Walsall in 1 hour 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rugby to Walsall? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours to travel the 34 miles (55 km) from Rugby to Walsall by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 44 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Rugby to Walsall in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £3.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Walsall by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Rugby to Walsall
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 Walsall 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.