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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 166 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£92 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m 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 |
Compare the available ways to get from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 37m.
Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£59. The journey takes 3h 47m versus 2h 46m 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.
How to get to Stratford-upon-Avon from Swansea by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon are Birmingham, Warwick, Coventry, Oxford and Leamington Spa. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stratford-upon-Avon on Omio.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Warwick is a historic market town in Warwickshire, best known for Warwick Castle and its medieval character. Its compact centre, timber-framed buildings and riverside setting give it a calm, distinctly English feel.
Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Leamington Spa is a Regency town in Warwickshire known for elegant architecture and its 19th-century spa heritage. Around the Royal Pump Rooms and Jephson Gardens, it feels polished yet relaxed, with independent shops, cafés and a lively local scene.
Travel to Stratford-upon-Avon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Stratford-upon-Avon costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Stratford-upon-Avon take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 37m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swansea and Stratford-upon-Avon as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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