Stratford is an easy drive from many major hubs, including just 2 hours from Toronto. Below you will find information about driving here, arriving by bus, train or plane, along with getting around the city once you arrive. Also included is information about parking and EV charging stations around the community. If you need any help, be sure to contact Destination Stratford.
By Car
Approximate Driving Times to Stratford:
- Toronto: 2 Hours (click for Route Options)
- Ottawa: 6 Hours (click for Route Options)
- Detroit: 3 Hours (click for Route Options)
- Buffalo: 3 Hours (click for Route Options)
- Chicago: 8 Hours (click for Route Options)
U.S. Visitors to Stratford should also allow extra time for delays at border crossings. For requirements and wait times, visit Canada Border Services online. Please see our U.S. Visitor FAQ content below for further information.
For Stratford parking information, including maps and rates, please visit the municipal parking page.
For Stratford EV Charging Stations Info, please refer to the Charge Hub map and listings. Information at this resource are subject to change.
By Bus or Rail
FlixBus scheduled trips between Stratford and London-Kitchener-Toronto | 1.855.626.8585
Stratford Direct Bus direct bus between Stratford and Toronto for Stratford Festival ticket holders | 1.800.567.1600
PC Connect intercommunity bus service (Perth County, Stratford, St. Marys, Kitchener/Waterloo and London) | 1.888.465.0783
VIA Rail | 1.888.842.7245
GO Train service to Stratford begins July 6, 2026
U.S.A. Rail, Amtrak | 1.800.USA.RAIL (Connect in Toronto for Via Rail to Stratford)
By Air
Stratford Municipal Airport |519.272.0933
Region of Waterloo International Airport | 1.866.648.2256
Toronto Pearson International Airport | 1.866.603.4495
London International Airport | 519.452.4015
Stratford Airporter transportation between Toronto Pearson and the Stratford area for individuals or groups of up to 24. | 1.888.549.8602
Driverseat airport & wedding shuttle services and beer and wine tour transportation. | 226.270.1801
JIT Transport airport transportation shuttle services. | 226.666.2407
Polaris Reserve airport transfers, corporate travel, private VIP transport, hourly as-directed, client dinners & roadshows , wine tours & dinners, music & sporting events, weddings and proms. | 289.627.1888
Wild Honey Concierge Services | 519.274.4496
Local Transportation Services
City of Stratford Transit provides an affordable and convenient alternative to driving within the City on regularly scheduled transit routes. On demand transit service offered on Saturdays and Sundays.
Parallel Transit provides a shared ride service for individuals who are unable to access Stratford Transit. With well-trained and caring drivers, Parallel Transit uses lift-equipped buses that provide accessible door to accessible door service.
Stratford City Cab | 519.272.2222
A.u.n.t. Gail’s Taxi | 519.276.2899
Uber
Wild Honey Concierge Services | 519.274.4496