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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
3 h 10 m
Buses on 14 Oct
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Bath will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 1 buses from Stratford to Bath, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.


Buses from Stratford to Bath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 164 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
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Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stratford to Bath buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Stratford and Bath bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
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