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Museum in the Park
Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Stroud is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stroud will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 buses from Birmingham to Stroud, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.

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Buses from Birmingham to Stroud run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:31, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 7:31 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Stroud.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stroud coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 13:00 Birmingham | 1h15 | 14:15 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 Birmingham | 1h15 | 19:00 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 0 changesdirect | |
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Stroud’s main museum explores local history, textiles and social life. Its galleries give a strong introduction to the town and surrounding valleys.
A respected gallery showing modern and contemporary art in a former chapel. It is known for thoughtful exhibitions and a calm setting in Stroud town centre.
An artist-led contemporary art space with changing exhibitions and events. It is a good choice for visitors seeking Stroud’s current creative scene.
A large park with formal gardens, woodland and a museum. It is one of the best places in Stroud for a relaxed walk and broad valley views.
A wooded common with open grassland above Stroud. It is popular for walking, picnics and wide views across the Five Valleys.
A broad common beside Rodborough with excellent views and easy walking routes. It is a favourite local spot for sunsets and open scenery.
A soft, crumbly blue cow’s milk cheese from nearby Woodchester Valley, long associated with the Stroud area and valued for its rich, creamy flavour.
A traditional Gloucestershire cow’s milk cheese with a mellow, buttery taste, historically made on local farms and central to the county’s food heritage.
A rich fruit cake from Gloucestershire made with dried fruit, spice and suet, traditionally baked for harvest celebrations and local gatherings.
Independent brewery taproom and kitchen focused on organic beer, pizzas and casual meals with an easy-going local feel.
Stylish modern restaurant in Stroud known for seasonal British cooking, small plates and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Popular canalside pub serving hearty British dishes, local drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Stroud is moderate for UK market towns: pubs and cafés are reasonable, but hotels can be pricey in peak periods. Local buses and trains are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stroud by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Stroud buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stroud bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
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