Rugby to London Euston Trains From €10.43*

It takes fifty-seven minutes to get from Rugby to London with either Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains. On your trip, you’ll travel from Rugby in the East Midlands, pass through the pretty, verdant county of Buckinghamshire, before arriving in Greater London from the north west, before sloping down into Central London.

Avanti West Coast operates on the West Coast Mainline, providing a reliable connection between major UK cities, including Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff, and Liverpool, as well as regional hubs such as Preston and Milton Keynes. Its southern terminus is London Euston Station.

Departing from Rugby

Rugby Train Station, situated half a mile north of the town centre, serves as a key hub at the junction of the West Coast Mainline and Trent Valley line. This strategic location connects Scotland and North West England with London and Birmingham. The station is primarily operated by West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast, ensuring efficient travel options.

Conveniently, local buses and taxis drop off passengers at the station's entrance, and a Travelodge hotel is located directly across the road, providing easy access for travellers.

Main stops

When travelling with Avanti West Coast, there are only two stops from Rugby to London Euston. These are at Milton Keynes Central and Watford Junction. These stops may change due to scheduling alterations, adverse weather conditions, or a variety of other unforeseen circumstances. So, it’s best to check before you travel to make sure.

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Arriving at London Euston

London Euston Station is the southern terminus of the West Coast Mainline, so it’s a busy station. In fact, it is the tenth busiest train station in the UK with a staggering thirty-six million entries and exits per year. Arriving at London Euston station is a breeze due to its proximity to fantastic public transportation options. For instance, the train station also has a presence on the London Underground that runs on the Northern and Victoria lines, and its sister station, Euston Square station, serves the Hammersmith & City, Circle, and Metropolitan lines. Euston Bus Station and local taxi services are also right outside the train station’s main exit.

Regent’s Park and the British Museum in Bloomsbury are very close by. Additionally, Camden Town is located just north of the station, boasting its famous markets and a reputation as a legendary place to party, hear amazing music, and discover its rich musical history. If you hop on the tube, you can be at Hyde Park, The Shard, or the Tate Modern in twenty minutes to half an hour.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, and the London Overground all run from London Euston, providing connections to destinations such as Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and various locations within London.

Avanti West Coast train classes

• Standard Class: Avanti West Coast’s Standard Class offers walk-through carriages, air-conditioning, and charging plugs for your devices.
• Standard Premium Class: Choosing Standard Premium provides extra legroom, a wider, more comfortable seat, and plug sockets at every window seat.
• First Class: A Rugby to London Euston First-Class ticket with Avanti West Coast gives you access to more legroom, reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, complimentary food and drink, and First-Class lounge access.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

• Luggage: Travellers can bring up to three pieces of luggage, which may include two larger items and one smaller bag. Luggage shouldn’t exceed 30 x 70 x 90 centimetres. Storage is available in the racks and above your seat.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead, and other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are free and mandatory, with limited spaces for standard bikes, folding bikes, tandems, and e-bikes. Unbooked bikes, motorcycles, tricycles, and e-scooters are not allowed.
• Children: Under 5s can travel for free, and children aged 5 to 15 can benefit from discounted tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger assist: Assist with boarding and alighting trains, book wheelchair space and seating, offer comprehensive rail information, and help with animals or pets.

The route from Rugby to London Euston takes approximately fifty-seven minutes with West Midlands Trains.

West Midlands Railway operates an extensive network spanning major Midlands cities, including Birmingham and Wolverhampton, as well as numerous smaller towns. It provides a frequent service between the West Midlands and London’s Euston station.

West Midlands Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.

West Midlands Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Each passenger is permitted to carry a total of three luggage items, comprising two large pieces and one small bag.
• Pets: With a maximum of two pets per passenger. Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead, while other animals must be in carriers.
• Bicycles: No parking reservation needed, first come, first served. Folding bicycles are allowed at any time. Full-sized bicycles are restricted at certain stations during specific times.
• Children: Up to two children aged four and under can travel for free with a paying adult guardian. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: We assist with boarding and alighting (including ramps and sight guidance), station navigation, and luggage handling as per our luggage policy. Additionally, we provide advice on facilities available on board and at stations.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.