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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Interactive museum inside Shakespeare's childhood home, exploring his family, writing, and Stratford background.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 54 m
Trains on 23 Sept
16
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elmswell to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elmswell to Stratford will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Elmswell to Stratford you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elmswell to Stratford 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 2h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 99 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m 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 Elmswell to Stratford:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elmswell to Stratford costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Stratford take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 45m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.42. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Elmswell to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 Elmswell | 1h58 | 10:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:37 Elmswell | 2h01 | 11:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:37 Elmswell | 2h01 | 12:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:38 Elmswell | 2h00 | 13:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:37 Elmswell | 2h01 | 14:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:37 Elmswell | 2h01 | 15:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:37 Elmswell | 2h05 | 16:42 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:37 Elmswell | 2h08 | 17:45 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:39 Elmswell | 1h32 | 18:11 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:40 Elmswell | 2h04 | 19:44 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:37 Elmswell | 2h01 | 20:38 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:37 Elmswell | 2h03 | 21:40 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:37 Elmswell | 2h09 | 22:46 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:37 Elmswell | 1h58 | 23:35 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:42 Elmswell | 9h25 | 7:07 Stratford | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:40 Elmswell | 6h41 | 6:21 Stratford | 1 change | |
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Trains from Elmswell to Stratford run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:37 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elmswell 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 Elmswell to Stratford trains use the Elmswell to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Elmswell and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Elmswell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elmswell: Parking.
Available at Elmswell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elmswell: 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.
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.
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