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Compare bus and train for Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$72 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average $72 (€61).
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€61) compared to roughly $55 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$16 (-€13). The journey takes 2h 29m versus 2h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
How to get from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

2:10 PM 3h15 Manchester 5:25 PM Stratford-upon-Avon $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest

2:10 PM 3h15 Manchester 5:25 PM Stratford-upon-Avon $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest

11:10 PM 2h45 Manchester 1:55 AM Stratford-upon-Avon $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options

1:20 PM 3h15 Manchester 4:35 PM Stratford-upon-Avon $17 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:10 PM 2h45 Manchester 12:55 AM Stratford-upon-Avon $24 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average $72 (€61).
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 6 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Stratford-upon-Avon as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Stratford-upon-Avon station (SAV).
- Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
- Travel with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Stratford-upon-Avon by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Stratford-upon-Avon by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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