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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stroud among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £68, while a coach costs an average of £70.
Distance: 117 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Stroud:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bournemouth to Stroud costing on average £70.
Other travel options to Stroud take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 54m.
Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-46.30. The journey takes 4h 24m versus 2h 17m 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.
How to get to Stroud from Bournemouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bournemouth to Stroud is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Stroud are Cheltenham, Gloucester, Bristol, Bath and Cardiff. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stroud on Omio.
Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.
Gloucester is known for its great cathedral and restored Victorian docks on the River Severn. Medieval streets, rugby culture and waterside museums give the city a practical West Country character.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
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This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Stroud:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bournemouth to Stroud costing on average £70.
Other travel options to Stroud take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 54m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bournemouth and Stroud as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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