Getting to and from the station
How will people travel to and from the station?
The majority of rail passengers are forecast to come from the surrounding residential areas, including Houlton and Hillmorton. We are keen to encourage passengers to switch to sustainable active travel from journey outset and are exploring options for connectivity with cycling, walking and public transport routes. The station site layout will integrate access for sustainable modes of travel into and around the site. The highway access design will provide safe crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists to integrate with the shared use cycle/footway, along to the north of the A428, Crick Road and secure cycle parking will be conveniently located within the station forecourt area.
The station will also act as a park and ride facility, allowing station users to leave their cars and transfer to the rail network for the remainder of their journey.
How does the scheme integrate with our net zero ambitions?
Rugby Parkway Station supports a behaviour change, encouraging people from travel by private car and onto public transport reducing congestion and pollution.
For those that choose to travel to/from the station by electric car there is provision for EV charging points.
We are keen to encourage passengers to switch to sustainable options from journey outset, and is exploring options for connectivity with cycling, walking and public transport routes. The outline plans include provision for secure cycle parking, bus stops and taxi pick up/drop off.
Will there be car parking?
Yes, it is anticipated that Rugby Parkway Station will provide parking for up to 325 vehicles with allocated parking bays for blue badge holders and EV charging points. The exact number of spaces will be informed by ongoing passenger demand modelling and Rugby Borough Council’s Local Plan parking standards.
Will there be a charge for car parking?
Yes, we are currently working on the assumption that the car parking charges will be the same at both Rugby Parkway Station and Rugby Station. There is already a charge for parking at Rugby Station.
What about the impact on neighbouring roads?
There is no expectation that passengers will park on surrounding roads. Measures will be put in place to prevent this if required, these would be the subject of a separate consultation with residents and businesses.