Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Rugeley travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rugeley

With a population of 22,937, Rugeley is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rugeley to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Rugeley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Redmore Inn (Hayfield Hill) and The Rugeley Spice (7 Market Street) are great picks.

When to visit Rugeley

Rugeley in December
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rugeley in December
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rugeley

Plane

Although Rugeley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 36 km from Rugeley. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Rugeley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Rugeley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Rugeley to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 1.3 km from the city centre, Rugeley Trent Valley is the busiest station in Rugeley. Another popular train station is Rugeley Town, located 1.0 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Rugeley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 187 km from Rugeley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rugeley, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Rugeley takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

Although Rugeley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 36 km from Rugeley. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Rugeley departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Rugeley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Rugeley to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 1.3 km from the city centre, Rugeley Trent Valley is the busiest station in Rugeley. Another popular train station is Rugeley Town, located 1.0 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Rugeley is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 187 km from Rugeley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rugeley, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Rugeley takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Rugeley

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Rugeley

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Rugeley

Most booked hotels in Rugeley

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The Shoulder Of Mutton Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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The Olde Peculiar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Premier Inn Rugeley
3 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Rugeley

Hiring a car in Rugeley costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Rugeley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Rugeley is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Rugeley costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 9% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Rugeley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Rugeley is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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