What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Birmingham is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stratford to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Abbey Lane and arriving at Newhall Street via Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from West Ham station and arriving at Birmingham Moor Street via London Marylebone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Stratford to Birmingham?

The distance between Stratford and Birmingham is 119 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stratford to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Stratford to Birmingham without a car is to line 205 bus and train which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Stratford to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Stratford to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Birmingham bus from?

Stratford to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Abbey Lane station.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Birmingham train from?

Stratford to Birmingham train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from London Marylebone station.

Train or bus from Stratford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Stratford to Birmingham is to bus which takes 3h 54m and costs £16 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Stratford to Birmingham bus arrive?

Stratford to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Gloucester Place station.

Where does the Stratford to Birmingham train arrive?

Stratford to Birmingham train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Stratford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Birmingham is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Stratford to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Stratford to Birmingham?

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Stratford to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 205 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stratford to Birmingham by bus, train, or car

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Line 205 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bow Church to Euston Stationbus N205 / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 29m
£37–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Abbey Lane to Gloucester Placebus N205
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Newhall Streetbus Uk030 / ...
3h 54m
£17–29
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Birminghamcar 121.1 mi
2h 20m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
3h 1m
£61–128

Stratford to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 118.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Stratford, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a bus from Abbey Lane to Newhall Street via Gloucester Place, Baker Street Station, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, Chiltern Railways operates a train from London Marylebone to Birmingham Moor Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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