How to travel from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon

There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Stratford-upon-Avon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon is a bus with an average price of $43.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon:

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average $59.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

The distance from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon is approximately 63 miles (102 km).

The average frequency per day from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Stratford-upon-Avon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon:

• Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express to go to Stratford-upon-Avon by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Stratford-upon-Avon by train.

Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Stratford-upon-Avon often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Oxford, Leamington Spa, Warwick. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stratford-upon-Avon and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Stratford-upon-Avon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Stratford-upon-Avon, you can explore cultural and historical sites like Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the River Avon, visit the Stratford Butterfly Farm, and engage with interactive exhibits at the MAD Museum. Discover the town's history on a guided walking tour, and visit Hall's Croft and Holy Trinity Church, where Shakespeare was baptized and buried.

Two to three days are ideal to explore Stratford-upon-Avon's main attractions, including Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, while also enjoying the town's charming streets and riverside walks.