Rugby Services on the M6
If you have just joined the M6 from the M1 or the A14, Rugby is the first chance to stop, and it is right at the junction rather than somewhere down the road.
| Where | M6, at Junction 1 |
| Which side | One site, reachable from both directions |
| Operator | Moto |
Who Runs Rugby Services
Rugby Services is run by Moto, one of the big national operators, which also runs Hilton Park, the northbound side of Stafford, Knutsford, Lancaster, Burton-in-Kendal, Southwaite and the southbound side of Todhills on the M6. Moto says the site is open 24 hours a day and parking is free for up to two hours. It is one building at Junction 1 that you can reach from both directions, and Moto lists 36 high-powered GRIDSERVE Electric Highway chargers and 28 Tesla Superchargers here.
Food and Shops at Rugby Services
| Outlet | What it sells | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Burgers, fries, chicken and breakfasts | Both directions |
| KFC | Fried chicken, burgers, wraps and fries | Both directions |
| Greggs | Sausage rolls, bakes, sandwiches, doughnuts and coffee | Both directions |
| Pret | Sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads and coffee | Both directions |
| Costa | Coffee, tea, cakes, toasties and sandwiches | Both directions |
| Costa Drive Thru | Costa coffee and snacks without leaving the car | Both directions |
| M&S Food | Sandwiches, snacks, drinks and food to take away | Both directions |
| WHSmith | Newspapers, magazines, books, snacks, drinks and travel essentials | Both directions |
| Krispy Kreme | Doughnuts (sold in WHSmith at Moto sites) | Both directions |
| Fuel | BP |
|---|---|
| Hotel | None |
| EV charging | GRIDSERVE Electric Highway; Tesla Supercharger (Tesla cars only) |
Got a Favourite? The Next One Along the M6
Some drivers would rather wait for a particular brand. This table shows whether you can get it at Rugby, and the next M6 services where you can, in each direction.
| Brand | At Rugby | Next heading north | Next heading south |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Yes | Corley (J3–J3A) | None further south on the M6 |
| McDonald's | No | Sandbach (J16–J17) | None further south on the M6 |
| KFC | Yes | Corley (J3–J3A) | None further south on the M6 |
| Greggs | Yes | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) | None further south on the M6 |
| Pret | Yes | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) | None further south on the M6 |
| Costa | Yes | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) | None further south on the M6 |
| M&S Food | Yes | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) | None further south on the M6 |
| Starbucks | No | Corley (J3–J3A) | None further south on the M6 |
| Subway | No | Corley (J3–J3A) | None further south on the M6 |
| Waitrose & Partners | No | Corley (J3–J3A) | None further south on the M6 |
From the operator’s own website, checked against motorwayservices.uk, on 16/10/2026. Claims such as awards and opening hours are the operator’s own. Outlets and opening hours change, so check with the operator if you are relying on one. Sources: moto-way.com · motorwayservices.uk
Worth Knowing
Rugby is the newest services on the M6. It opened in 2021, so the buildings and chargers are modern.
The Nearest Services Either Side
Heading south, this is the last stop on the M6 before it joins the M1 and A14 at Catthorpe. Heading north, the next stop you can use is Corley (between Junctions 3 and 3A). See all M6 services for the full list, from Rugby to the border.
Check the M6 Before You Stop
A quick look at the latest M6 traffic news tells you whether there is a closure or queue between you and Rugby. You can also check M6 roadworks, M6 accidents and M6 closures tonight.