How to travel from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
The distance between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon is around 589km (366 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon by ferry, train, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Stratford-upon-Avon → Islay if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham (BHX).
- Duration3hrs
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost£160($190)
Loganair
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kennacraig Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station and then to Birmingham Navigation Street.
- Duration14h 35m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost£58($69)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Oban Ferry Terminal then take the train to Haymarket then Wolverhampton and then to Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Duration13h 15m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost£180($215)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon by ferry, train, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £58 ($69) and will take around 14h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £160 ($190).
The distance between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon is around 589km (366 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 492km (306 miles)
It takes around 13h 15m to get from Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx £160 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £58 ($69) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon. We recommend that you fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham (BHX). instead which will take 3hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon. We recommend that you fly from Islay (ILY) to Birmingham (BHX). instead which will take 3hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon. Flights depart from Islay (ILY) and arrive at Birmingham (BHX) - via Glasgow (GLA). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon. There is however a flight that goes via Glasgow (GLA). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Islay (ILY) and and arrive into Birmingham (BHX).
The closest major airport to Stratford-upon-Avon is Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) which is approximately 29km (18 miles) from Stratford-upon-Avon. East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) and London Luton Airport (LTN) (LTN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon. We recommend that you take a ferry to Oban Ferry Terminal then take the train to Haymarket then Wolverhampton and then to Stratford-upon-Avon. instead which will take 13h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Islay to Stratford-upon-Avon is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 13h 15m and will usually cost around £180 ($215).
Compare travel optionsbetween Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3hrs | £160($190) | every 4 hours | 589km (366 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 40m | £395($470) | every 4 hours | 868km (539 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Plane | 7h 15m | £89($105) | once daily | 679km (422 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 14h 35m | £58($69) | twice daily | 774km (481 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 13h 15m | £180($215) | once a week | 832km (517 miles) |
| Ferry to Oban Ferry Terminal, train | 14h 25m | £220($265) | once a week | 915km (568 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 15h 55m | £230($270) | once a week | 1,025km (637 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Islay and Stratford-upon-Avon
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Caledonian MacBrayne
Train operators
First ScotRail Service
Chiltern Railways
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Fishers Tours of Dundee
Airports near Stratford-upon-Avon
The following major airports near Stratford-upon-Avon offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- Distance
- 29km (18 miles) from Stratford-upon-Avon
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
- Distance
- 75km (47 miles) from Stratford-upon-Avon
London Luton Airport (LTN)
- Distance
- 97km (61 miles) from Stratford-upon-Avon