4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Stratford
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stratford will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 4 buses that leave Birmingham for Stratford on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stratford buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM Birmingham | 2h35 | 5:05 PM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 PM Birmingham | 3h10 | 7:50 PM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 9:25 PM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Birmingham | 2h20 | 11:20 PM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 5:30 AM Birmingham | 3h50 | 9:20 AM Stratford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Stratford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Stratford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 166 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Birmingham to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Stratford with FlixBus, National Express for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Stratford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stratford 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway, which is located around 0.3 miles (524 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Stratford City Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Stratford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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