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Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall
Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall presents the room where Shakespeare likely studied, with live interpretation in an important civic building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr137. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr137, and a train costs an average of kr90.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr143 Average price Cheapest | kr145 Average price | kr50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A bus is kr2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average kr145.
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about -1h -20m sooner (48m by bus vs 28m by car) and save roughly kr-92.11 compared to fuel and tolls (kr143 vs kr50). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Stagecoach Midlands.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 07:06AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:44AM | Arrival Time 09:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Chiltern Railways | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr151 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:14AM | Arrival Time 10:26AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:44AM | Arrival Time 10:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:14AM | Arrival Time 11:26AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:44AM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:14AM | Arrival Time 12:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:44AM | Arrival Time 12:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Chiltern Railways | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr137 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 01:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:44PM | Arrival Time 01:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:14PM | Arrival Time 02:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:44PM | Arrival Time 02:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:14PM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 03:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:14PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:54PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:12PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:43PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:44PM | Arrival Time 07:47PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price kr24 |
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Buses from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr137 but you can travel from only kr90 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price kr137 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Stratford-upon-Avon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford-upon-Avon trip today.
Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall presents the room where Shakespeare likely studied, with live interpretation in an important civic building.
Tudor World is a small history museum inside a historic building, using themed rooms and stories to present everyday Tudor life in Stratford.
MAD Museum is a hands-on venue of mechanical art and design, featuring kinetic sculptures that appeal to families and curious adults alike.
Bancroft Gardens is the riverside public garden by the theatres, popular for walks, boat views, and easy access to key Stratford landmarks.
Henley Street is the lively historic street of Shakespeare's Birthplace, lined with period buildings, shops, and constant visitor activity.
Waterside is the scenic route along the Avon beside the RSC, ideal for strolling, photos, and linking the town centre with riverside sights.
A Warwickshire savoury pie of layered ham, potatoes and apples, often linked to Shakespeare's birthplace and regional farmhouse cooking.
A rich fruit cake packed with dried fruit and spice, traditionally made in Warwickshire for celebrations and afternoon tea.
Small baked buns flavoured with caraway seeds, a historic Warwickshire tea-time treat with a distinctive aromatic taste.
Refined riverside restaurant with modern British tasting menus and polished service in a stylish fine dining setting.
Long-established town centre restaurant specialising in steaks and seafood with a smart, traditional dining room.
Historic restaurant in a 15th-century building, known for classic British dishes and a characterful timber-framed setting.
Moderate for England: rooms and theatre days raise costs, but dining and local transport are manageable versus larger UK tourist cities.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Stratford-upon-Avon Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park -> Stratford-upon-Avon Town Centre
The journey between Coventry to Stratford-Upon-Avon is fairly short and can take only 30 minutes by bus, so taking the bus can be a fast and economical transport option. With National Express buses leaving Coventry regularly from early in the morning until the afternoon and the evening, travelers can choose from a variety of departure times. Buses from Coventry to Stratford-Upon-Avon travel direct, but journey times may vary between 30 minutes to just over an hour depending upon the chosen departure time.
Anyone wishing to take one of the regular buses from Coventry to Stratford-Upon-Avon must start their journey at Pool Meadow Bus Station, located on Fairfax Street, within Coventry city centre. National Express buses depart from stand boarding points A, B and C within the bus station. The Pool Meadow Bus Station is a hub for the Coventry city bus network, so it is extremely easy to catch one of the many buses that connect the Coventry suburbs to the city centre. The bus network also connects Coventry railroad Station directly to the bus station.
After catching one of the buses from Coventry to Stratford-Upon-Avon, passengers arrive at Riverside Bus Station, close to the centre of Stratford-Upon-Avon. The bus station is ideally located just a short walk from many of Stratford-Upon-Avon’s shops, pubs and attractions. The town is most famous as the birthplace of the English playwright William Shakespeare and there are many heritage sites throughout the town that celebrate his life and work, including Shakepeare’s Birthplace and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Stratford-Upon-Avon town centre is very compact and can easily be toured on foot or by hiring a bicycle.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stratford-upon-Avon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Stratford-upon-Avon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and food outlets within the university are accessible.
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop). ATMs are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Access ramps and assistance for disabled passengers available.
Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park. ATMs are available at Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park.
Available at Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park: Accessible for individuals with mobility challenges.
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