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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Stratford-upon-Avon takes 6h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh 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.

6h 36m
Duration
367 mi
Distance
£186
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Edinburgh to Stratford-upon-Avon train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Edinburgh and Stratford-upon-Avon. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Stratford-upon-Avon at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains11h 54m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 28m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 42m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains5h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains6h 29m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Stratford-upon-Avon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 367 mi
  • Duration: 6h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.

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