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Royal Ontario Museum
One of North America's leading museums, known for global art, natural history, and standout architecture beside Philosopher's Walk.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stratford, ON for Toronto, ON on Fri, Jul 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m 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 Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Toronto, ON take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 22m.
You'll arrive about -1h -28m sooner (2h 13m by bus vs 1h 45m by car) and save roughly $-3.65 (€-2.99) compared to fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $23 (€19)). 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 FlixBus, Infobus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal, ON | 2h40 | 11:00 AM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal, ON | 3h20 | 11:40 AM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal, ON | 2h30 | 7:45 PM Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal, ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal, ON | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4), ON | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON 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 Toronto, ON, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stratford, ON to Toronto, ON buses use the Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal to Toronto, Union Station Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Mississauga, Pearson International Airport (Terminal 1 - Ground Level P4). Use this guide to compare Stratford, ON and Toronto, ON bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal.
Available at Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford, Cooper Bus Terminal: Bike Parking.
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