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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 13 m
Trains on 05 Sept
10
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Stratford will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Bristol to Stratford you need to make at least one change.
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C37964
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Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+
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Tube from London Victoria to Whitechapel+
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Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+
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C37964
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C38082+
Tube from London Victoria to Whitechapel+
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C38082+
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Tube from London Victoria to Whitechapel
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Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+
L79337Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 179 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Stratford:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Stratford costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Stratford take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 9m.
The journey is about 57m faster (1h 54m by train vs 2h 51m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£43 vs £56). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stratford trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00854+ G15042+ C37884 | Delayed 7:59 9:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h11 | 11:11 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
W34457+ C37964 | 5:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h21 | 7:51 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
W34457+ C37964 | 5:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h19 | 7:49 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
W34962 · W34554+ C38117 | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h19 | 10:06 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
W34962 · W34554+ C38117 | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h17 | 10:04 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
W34962+ L79337+ G27380+ C38082 | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h47 | 9:34 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 4 changes | |
W34962+ L79337 · L80349+ Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London) | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 9:36 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 3 changes | |
W34962+ P85644+ L79337+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h00 | 9:47 Stratford International (SFA) | 3 changes | |
W34962+ C38096+ L79337+ Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h56 | 9:43 Maryland (MYL) | 3 changes | |
W34962+ L79337+ Tube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London) | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h50 | 9:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
W34962+ C38082+ G27380+ L79337 | 5:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 9:36 Maryland (MYL) | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bristol to Stratford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Stratford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford trip today.
Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.
Museum at Anne Hathaway's family cottage, with Tudor rooms and gardens that illuminate Shakespeare's early world.
Jacobean townhouse museum showing the life of Shakespeare's daughter Judith and 17th-century Stratford interiors.
Riverside public gardens with flower displays, paths, and open views beside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and several Shakespeare-related sights.
Pleasant riverside walking area linking parks, boat activity, and broad Avon views close to the town centre.
A flaky pastry pie filled with steak and kidney in rich gravy. A longstanding British pub classic often found on menus in Stratford.
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas. A staple British takeaway and pub meal widely loved across Stratford.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This comforting dish is a traditional favourite in English pubs and homes.
Long-established restaurant and deli known for Italian dishes, coffee and relaxed dining near the town centre.
Stylish restaurant in a historic building serving modern British dishes and cocktails with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic timber-framed setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and hotels are often pricier in peak season, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Stratford Station -> Tottenham Court Road, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Stratford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Stratford trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stratford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Ticket office support is available at Stratford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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