Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Stratford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stratford

With a population of 30,233, Stratford is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Stratford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Stratford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Montana's BBQ & Bar - Stratford (925 Ontario Street) and The Starlight (64 Wellington St) are great picks.

When to visit Stratford

Stratford in February
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stratford in February
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Stratford in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Stratford, with an average rainfall of 2.6″.

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How to Get to Stratford

Plane

Although Stratford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London (YXU), which is located 41 km from Stratford. The shortest flight to Stratford from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Stratford, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Stratford to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Stratford is called Stratford, and is located 2.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 130 km from Stratford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stratford, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Stratford takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

Although Stratford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London (YXU), which is located 41 km from Stratford. The shortest flight to Stratford from the United States departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 3h 09m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Stratford, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Stratford to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Ottawa, expect to pay about $44 for a 4h 05m trip. The train station in Stratford is called Stratford, and is located 2.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Stratford is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 130 km from Stratford. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Toronto.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stratford, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Bus. From London, the bus ride to Stratford takes 217 km and will cost you around $28. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 266 km.

Airports near Stratford

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Airlines serving Stratford

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,580 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,100 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,813 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,527 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,463 reviews)
LOT
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Where to stay in Stratford

From 5-star hotels such as the The Bruce Hotel to great affordable options like the Mercer Hotel Downtown, BW Premier Collection, Stratford offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $429 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stratford

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Best Western Plus The Arden Park Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 898 reviews)
$124+
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The Parlour Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 473 reviews)
$114+
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Mercer Hotel Downtown, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 385 reviews)
$100+
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Majers Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 814 reviews)
$105+
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Rodeway Inn Festival
2 stars
Good (7, 622 reviews)
$96+
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The Windsor Hotel by Hoco Hotels Collection
2 stars
Good (6.9, 539 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Stratford

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Stratford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Stratford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.

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