Trains to Stratford-upon-Avon
Not long after arriving at Stratford-upon-Avon station, you can be in the heart of the town made famous as Shakespeare's birthplace. Walking east on Alcester Road, it's just 10 minutes to the striking half-timber architecture of the town centre, and the inviting riverside gardens. A few minutes more and you reach the theatres and the nearby Holy Trinity Church – Shakespeare's final resting place. Stratford-upon-Avon station first opened in 1861. It was once a stop on the Great Western Railway from Birmingham to Cheltenham, but has been a terminus since 1976. Direct trains to Stratford-upon-Avon from London Marylebone run via Leamington Spa on the Chiltern Main Line, and there are two trains an hour from Birmingham. Passenger numbers at the station have been eased by the opening of Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway to the north of the town, which mainly serves longer distance passengers and commuters who no longer have to travel into the centre to catch a train.
Station details & facilities
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WiFi
Staffing and customer service
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
Accessibility
First Class Lounge
Regular buses to the town centre depart from just outside the station where Station Approach meets Alcester Road - or you can pick up taxis immediately outside the entrance. There is level access to the booking hall and platform one (for trains to and from Birmingham) but there is no lift inside the station, so ring ahead to book staff assistance to use platforms two and three (for trains to and from Leamington Spa and London). Storage for 12 bikes is located on platform one.
Frequently asked questions
Is Stratford Upon Avon train station open?
Stratford Upon Avon train station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.
Are trains running today from Stratford Upon Avon train station?
Trains arrive into and depart from Stratford Upon Avon train station almost every day, although there may be less services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Stratford Upon Avon train station.
Are there toilets in Stratford Upon Avon train station?
Yes there are toilets available to use at Stratford Upon Avon train station.
Are dogs allowed in Stratford Upon Avon train station?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Stratford Upon Avon train station, but should be kept on a lead or comfortable in a pet carrier at all times.
Departures and arrivals from Stratford-upon-Avon
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Worcester Foregate Street | West Midlands Trains | 06:07 | 2 | On time |
| to Leamington Spa | Chiltern Railways | 06:31 | 1 | On time |
| to Kidderminster | West Midlands Trains | 06:43 | 2 | On time |
| to Worcester Foregate Street | West Midlands Trains | 07:08 | 1 | On time |
| to Kidderminster | West Midlands Trains | 07:43 | 2 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Leamington Spa | West Midlands Trains | 06:17 | 2 | On time |
| from Birmingham Snow Hill | West Midlands Trains | 06:46 | 1 | On time |
| from Birmingham Moor Street | West Midlands Trains | 07:34 | 2 | On time |
| from Kidderminster | West Midlands Trains | 07:43 | 1 | On time |
| from Leamington Spa | Chiltern Railways | 08:13 | 1 | On time |