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Compare bus and train for Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 182 km
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€79 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
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Trains from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €33
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 06:07 |
Last train 15:12 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €33
Train companies: Chiltern Railways from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon trainsChiltern Railways trains will get you between Colchester and Stratford-upon-Avon from €33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest Price
€85
Chiltern Railways frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
FAQs: Travel by train from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon.
Cheap train tickets from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon can start from as little as €53 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon is €100; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Colchester and Stratford-upon-Avon is on average 4 h 29 min for the 181 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Stratford-upon-Avon from Colchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon leaves at 18: 36.
There are 2 trains a day from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon which require at least one change with Chiltern Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon train with Chiltern Railways. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 36.
A trip to Stratford-upon-Avon from Colchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and Stratford-upon-Avon including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon
Colchester
Stratford-upon-Avon
The major train station for departures in Colchester is Colchester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester for your trip from Colchester to Stratford-upon-Avon.
Colchester
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:30 - 21:00 Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Dry cleaner Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bays
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all platforms. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Situated by the South entrance, and in the main car park by the North entrance. A secure 134-space cycle compound is also available (key fob required, speak to station staff for availability).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Colchester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop by main station entrance
Colchester Town
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:15 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: There is a Council managed car park behind the station
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located alongside the ticket office and only open when the station is staffed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
Public transit options for Colchester Town
- Onward travel information: Colchester Town Station is around 5 minutes walk from Colchester Bus Station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Railway Station Bus Stops (stop B) for planned rail replacement only.
Hythe (Essex)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Hythe (Essex)
- Onward travel information: Local Colchester Town service Buses stop near station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus services stop at station entrance adjacent to level crossing
The major train station for arrivals in Stratford-upon-Avon is Stratford-upon-Avon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stratford-upon-Avon for your journey to Stratford-upon-Avon from Colchester.
Stratford-upon-Avon
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Red Line Taxis (Wheelchair Access) 017889 777365
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the front of the station.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 07:00-18:30 and Sunday 10:00-16:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: north of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Stratford-upon-Avon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: In Station Drive
Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway station, Bishopton Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 9QYDistance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: One waiting shelter on each platform, open 24 hours.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Stratford-Upon-Avon Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Within station forecourt area, adjacent to station entrance.
Most popular train connections from Colchester
Most popular trains to and from Stratford-upon-Avon and Colchester
Most popular train connections to Stratford-upon-Avon
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