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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Coventry for Stratford-upon-Avon on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
9:00 AM1h30Coventry10:30 AMStratford-upon-Avon$231One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM1h30Coventry10:30 AMStratford-upon-Avon$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon
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 $21. 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 $21, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $8 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 $0.31 (€0.25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average $22 (€18).
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 $-14.12 (€-11.57) compared to fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $8 (€6)). 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.
Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon Bus Timetables
| 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 $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 08:44AM | Arrival Time 09:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chiltern Railways | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:14AM | Arrival Time 10:26AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 09:44AM | Arrival Time 10:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:14AM | Arrival Time 11:26AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 10:44AM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:14AM | Arrival Time 12:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 11:44AM | Arrival Time 12:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chiltern Railways | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 01:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 12:44PM | Arrival Time 01:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:14PM | Arrival Time 02:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 01:44PM | Arrival Time 02:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:14PM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 03:56PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:14PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:14PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:54PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:12PM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:43PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Stagecoach Midlands | Departure Time 06:44PM | Arrival Time 07:47PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM Coventry | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Stratford-upon-Avon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) 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 $21 (€17) |
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 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Midlands from Coventry to Stratford-upon-AvonYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon with National Express, Stagecoach Midlands for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Coventry to Stratford-Upon-Avon: Journey Details
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.
Taking the Bus from Coventry
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.
Getting into Stratford-Upon-Avon by Bus
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.
FAQs: Bus from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon
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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Shakespeare's Birthplace, a restored 16th-century half-timbered house where William Shakespeare was born and raised
- Anne Hathaway's Cottage, a picturesque thatched cottage and gardens, the childhood home of Shakespeare's wife
- Royal Shakespeare Theatre, a renowned venue for performances of Shakespeare's plays by the Royal Shakespeare Company
- Holy Trinity Church, a historic parish church where Shakespeare was baptized and buried
- Hall's Croft, the elegant Jacobean home of Shakespeare's daughter Susanna and her husband, Dr. John Hall.
- Stratford Butterfly Farm, an indoor tropical environment housing hundreds of exotic butterflies
- Take a leisurely boat ride along the River Avon for scenic views of the town
- Explore the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal on a narrowboat
- Visit the MAD Museum, featuring interactive exhibits of mechanical art and design
- Enjoy a guided walking tour to learn about the town's rich history and its connection to Shakespeare.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon
Most Coventry to Stratford-upon-Avon buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Stratford-upon-Avon, Bridgeway 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.
Which Coventry station do buses to Stratford-upon-Avon leave from?
Getting to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station from Coventry city centre
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station 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.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
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