Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Stratford-upon-Avon travel guide

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With a population of 22,576, Stratford-upon-Avon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stratford-upon-Avon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stratford-upon-Avon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sorrento (7-8 Ely Street) and Loxley's Restaurant & Wine Bar (3 Sheep Street) are great picks.

When to visit Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stratford-upon-Avon in January
Estimated hotel price
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stratford-upon-Avon

Plane

Although Stratford-upon-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 18 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stratford-upon-Avon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Oxford takes 0h 58m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $95 for a 2h 21m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Stratford-upon-Avon Bearley is the busiest station in Stratford-upon-Avon. Another popular train station is Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 83 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll find branches of U-Save and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stratford-upon-Avon using FlixBus or National Express. From Bournemouth, the bus ride to Stratford-upon-Avon takes 115 miles and will cost you around $14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 140 miles. The most popular bus station is Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon Visitor Center is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Stratford-upon-Avon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 18 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. The shortest flight to Stratford-upon-Avon from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stratford-upon-Avon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon to Oxford takes 0h 58m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $95 for a 2h 21m trip. Located 4 miles from the city centre, Stratford-upon-Avon Bearley is the busiest station in Stratford-upon-Avon. Another popular train station is Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford-upon-Avon is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 83 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. You’ll find branches of U-Save and Sixt, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stratford-upon-Avon using FlixBus or National Express. From Bournemouth, the bus ride to Stratford-upon-Avon takes 115 miles and will cost you around $14. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 140 miles. The most popular bus station is Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford-upon-Avon Visitor Center is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Stratford-upon-Avon

BHXBirmingham
LHRLondon Heathrow
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Stratford-upon-Avon

KLM
Good (1,490 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,856 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,297 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,385 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,914 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,895 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,248 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stratford-upon-Avon

Average rates range from around $197 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $275 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Stratford-upon-Avon, with prices from $77 to $1,237 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Stratford-upon-Avon are about 42% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stratford-upon-Avon

Most booked hotels in Stratford-upon-Avon

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Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$240+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Stratford upon Avon
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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Stratford Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Macdonald Alveston Manor Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$196+
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Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon

Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon costs $159 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 61% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $3.46 per litre in Stratford-upon-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.47 and $55.30. The most frequently booked car type in Stratford-upon-Avon is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stratford-upon-Avon costs $159 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 61% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $3.46 per litre in Stratford-upon-Avon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.47 and $55.30. The most frequently booked car type in Stratford-upon-Avon is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.