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Shakespeare's New Place
An interactive theatre exhibition about Shakespeare's life, works and legacy, with family-friendly displays close to the historic centre.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
3 h 20 m
Buses on 04 Sept
1
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 1 buses from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 160 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £35. The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon coaches for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:45 Liverpool | 3h20 | 2:05 Stratford-upon-Avon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:45 Liverpool | 3h20 | 3:05 Stratford-upon-Avon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Stratford-upon-Avon, Leisure Centre Coach & Lorry Park -> Bridge Street, Stratford-upon-Avon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Stratford-upon-Avon buses use the Liverpool, Liverpool One to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Stratford-upon-Avon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
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