Getting to Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire is in the Midlands, 2 hours from London and an hour from Birmingham.
To drive from London:
Take the M40 motorway to Junction 15 and follow signs.
Time approx: 2 hours. Stratford-upon-Avon is approximately 15 minutes from Junction 15.
There are several direct trains daily from London’s Marylebone Station.
Time approx: 2.5 hours. It is possible, to see a matinee at the Theatre and get back to London by train.
For current info about train times and fares, check the National Rail Enquiries web site.
National & Express Coaches run several trips a day between London Victoria and Stratford-upon-Avon. Time approx:
2.5 hours depending on traffic.
For current info about coach times and fares, check the National Express web site
Park and Ride
Park and Ride is open daily from 7am to 7pm and is located off the A46 off the Bishopton Island. This is clearly signposted from all approach roads to Stratford-upon-Avon.
There are over 700 car parking spaces. The service runs every 10 minutes. Drop off and pick up points are in the centre of the town on Wood Street and Bridge Street. The service is free before 9.00am. Thereafter, the cost is £1.30 per adult and children are free. For information call 01564 797070.
Off Street Car Parks
Stratford-upon-Avon has 8 District Council Car Parks with over 2,800 parking spaces; there is also an NCP Car Park on Rother Street with 256 spaces and the Civic Hall Car Park on Rother Street with 52 spaces. (Pay & Display, open 24 hours).
Parking is also available at the Cricket Club (This is Pay & Display); Spaces are also available at the Marina near the Holiday Inn Bridgefoot. (Pay & Display). All the car parks are conveniently situated (within 10 minutes walk) for all amenities and shopping.
There are signs on all approach roads and throughout the town to guide you to the car parks. Two car parks within Stratford-upon-Avon, Bridgefoot multi-storey and the adjacent Unicorn Meadow are barrier controlled ‘Pay on Foot’, which means you take a ticket on entering the car park, retain it, and pay the required fee before collecting your car.
On Street Parking Parking
on street requires customers to take a ticket from the on-street Pay & Display machines. The parking fees and parking time varies depending where you park. We recommend you consult the signs and parking machines before leaving your car to shop.
