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Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Manchester and Stratford-upon-Avon takes 4h 50m and the fastest bus takes 3h 49m. The bus service runs several times per day from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 50m
Duration
114 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Manchester and Stratford-upon-Avon. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 3:15 PM which arrives into Stratford-upon-Avon at 8:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Coach Station and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 33m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 19m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 33m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 19m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 33m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 19m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 33m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 19m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 33m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands5h 14m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands3h 49m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 49m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 34m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNX West MidlandsStagecoach Midlands4h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Stratford-upon-Avon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 114.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Stratford-upon-Avon, England?

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to NatWest Bank via Birmingham Coach Station and Solihull Town Centre in around 4h 42m.

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