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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford
Showing times and prices for 17 Aug
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wivenhoe to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wivenhoe to Stratford will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Wivenhoe for Stratford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
14:321h07Wivenhoe15:39Stratford£341One-way0 changes
- 14:321h07Wivenhoe15:39Stratford£341One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Wivenhoe to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wivenhoe to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 75 km
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Wivenhoe to Stratford train times
The table below shows live departures for Wivenhoe to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 14:32 Wivenhoe | 1h07 | 15:39 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wivenhoe to Stratford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Greater Anglia from Wivenhoe to Stratford trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Wivenhoe and Stratford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£14
Greater Anglia frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Stratford
Things to do in Stratford
Discover the best of Stratford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stratford trip today.
- Must visit
Anne Hathaway's Cottage
Museum at Anne Hathaway's family cottage, with Tudor rooms and gardens that illuminate Shakespeare's early world.
- Recommended
Nash's House
Jacobean townhouse museum showing the life of Shakespeare's daughter Judith and 17th-century Stratford interiors.
- Must visit
Bancroft Gardens
Riverside public gardens with flower displays, paths, and open views beside the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Must visit
Henley Street
Historic shopping street lined with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, and several Shakespeare-related sights.
- Recommended
The Recreation Ground
Pleasant riverside walking area linking parks, boat activity, and broad Avon views close to the town centre.
Steak and Kidney Pie
A flaky pastry pie filled with steak and kidney in rich gravy. A longstanding British pub classic often found on menus in Stratford.
Fish and Chips
Battered white fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas. A staple British takeaway and pub meal widely loved across Stratford.
Bangers and Mash
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. This comforting dish is a traditional favourite in English pubs and homes.
Loxley's Restaurant & Wine Bar
Long-established restaurant and deli known for Italian dishes, coffee and relaxed dining near the town centre.
Lambs Restaurant
Stylish restaurant in a historic building serving modern British dishes and cocktails with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
The Dirty Duck
Traditional riverside pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a historic timber-framed setting.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.80
- Day pass
- £2.55
To the city centre
Stratford Station -> Tottenham Court Road, London
- Distance
- 7 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Contactless cards and mobile payments work across TfL services. Touch in and out on rail services; on buses and trams, touch in only.
- Pay as you go is usually the easiest option in London and includes daily capping. Always use the same card or device for all journeys that day.
FAQs: Wivenhoe to Stratford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wivenhoe 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Wivenhoe to Stratford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Wivenhoe to Stratford covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Wivenhoe to Stratford is 75 km.
The first train from Wivenhoe to Stratford leaves at 5:17.
The last train from Wivenhoe to Stratford departs at 23:37.
Trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wivenhoe to Stratford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Wivenhoe and Stratford. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Greater Anglia.
To get from Wivenhoe to Stratford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Wivenhoe to Stratford.
The train station in Wivenhoe that goes to Stratford is Wivenhoe station (WIV), and it arrives at Stratford (London) (SRA).
The cheapest way to get from Wivenhoe to Stratford is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Wivenhoe to Stratford offers picturesque views of the Essex countryside, including stretches of green fields and quaint villages, making it a relatively scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Wivenhoe to Stratford is feasible. The journey takes 1h 0m, and the distance is 75 km. There are 7 trains per day.
For a fulfilling visit to Stratford, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the picturesque River Avon.
Yes, you can take the train from Wivenhoe to Stratford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wivenhoe and Stratford
Most Wivenhoe to Stratford trains use the Wivenhoe to Stratford (London) station pair, with some services arriving at Maryland. Use this guide to compare Wivenhoe and Stratford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Wivenhoe
Arrival train stations in Stratford
Which Wivenhoe station do trains to Stratford leave from?
Trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford leave from Wivenhoe. The station is from Wivenhoe city centre at Wivenhoe station, Station Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO7 9DJ.
WivenhoeWivenhoe station, Station Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO7 9DJ+44 345 600 7245
City-centre transport
Getting to Wivenhoe from Wivenhoe city centre
BusC1 · 6m · £4
Wivenhoe train station facilities and services
Wivenhoe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wivenhoe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wivenhoe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wivenhoe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wivenhoe: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wivenhoe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wivenhoe: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stratford station do trains from Wivenhoe arrive at?
Trains from Wivenhoe to Stratford most often arrive at Stratford (London). Some services arrive at Maryland, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Stratford arrival station.
Stratford (London)Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre
TrainDlr · 2m · £2 · every ~27 min
Bus108 · 6m · £4 · every ~24 min
SubwayJubilee · 3m · £0.90 · every ~63 min
Stratford (London) train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
MarylandMaryland station, Leytonstone Road, Maryland Point, Greater London, E15 1SA
City-centre transport
Getting to Maryland from Stratford city centre
BusN8 · 6m · £4 · every ~4 min
N8 · 7m · £4 · every ~4 min
69 · 15m · £9 · every ~29 min
Maryland train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Maryland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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 InternationalStratford International station, International Way, Stratford, Greater London, E20 1YY
City-centre transport
Getting to Stratford International from Stratford city centre
TrainDlr · 5m · £2 · every ~27 min
Bus108 · 8m · £4 · every ~24 min
Stratford International train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Stratford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stratford International.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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