How much does a train ticket cost from Rugby to Glasgow?

The cheapest train tickets from Rugby to Glasgow start from £35. The average price for this train route is around £133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rugby to Glasgow?

The average train journey time from Rugby to Glasgow is 4h 58m, covering a distance of 269 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 57m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Rugby to Glasgow route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rugby to Glasgow?

The earliest train from Rugby to Glasgow departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 17:20.

Train Rugby to Glasgow from £33

Next train departures

Next departures from Rugby to Glasgow on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:04	Rugby	4h 6m	14:10	Glasgow Central	Cheapest
Train	12:04	Rugby	4h 2m	16:06	Glasgow Central	Fastest
Train	10:04	Rugby	4h 6m	14:10	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	10:15	Rugby	5h 3m	15:18	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	10:15	Rugby	5h 3m	15:18	Glasgow Central	No tags

Next departures from Rugby to Glasgow on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:52	Rugby	4h 23m	13:15	Glasgow Central	CheapestFastest
Train	08:14	Rugby	5h 1m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:14	Rugby	5h 1m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags
Train	08:52	Rugby	4h 23m	13:15	Glasgow Central	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:52 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rugby to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

270 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£35 - £302	Average duration4h 58m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £25	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £35

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rugby to Glasgow by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Rugby to Glasgow?
The cheapest train tickets from Rugby to Glasgow start from £35. The average price for this train route is around £133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rugby to Glasgow?
The average train journey time from Rugby to Glasgow is 4h 58m, covering a distance of 269 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 57m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Rugby to Glasgow route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rugby to Glasgow?
The earliest train from Rugby to Glasgow departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 17:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/12

£45

06/12

£129

Today

£94

08/12

£106

09/12

£48

10/12

£50

11/12

£61

12/12

£45

The cheapest trip from Rugby to Glasgow was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rugby to Glasgow as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £45 to £287 for a train ticket from Rugby to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-12.