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Fares
Travel Classes
Standard
Traditional 'open' coaches with tables for 4 persons.
Premier Dining
Dining at tables for 2 and 4 persons in BR Mk 1 Pullman Cars.
Special CHILTERN RAILWAYS add-on fares
For passengers travelling from London and the South, why not use Chiltern Railways to ease the journey? Connections by Chiltern Railways trains from London Marylebone, High Wycombe, Princes Risborough, Bicester and Banbury can be made to the Shakespeare Express Train B from Stratford-upon-Avon, to permit a Sunday luncheon aboard our round-trip to Birmingham. We will return you to Stratford in time for some sightseeing, shopping and a leisurely stroll around historic Stratford before you rejoin Chiltern Railways for your journey home. Chiltern Railways special tickets are bookable through the Vintage Trains booking office for an additional charge.
*Services subject to availability.
| Chiltern Railways Sunday Service (extract only) | ||||
| Out | Return | |||
09:36 |
Marylebone |
18:11 |
20:11 |
21:58 |
10:10 |
High Wycombe |
17:33 |
19:24 |
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11:01 |
Banbury |
16:46 |
18:46 |
20:46 |
11:54 |
Stratford-upon-Avon |
16:00 |
18:00 |
20:00 |
The above is an extract from the full timetable - for more information on Chiltern Railways trains >>
In May 2013, a new station called "Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway" opened. The Shakespeare Express does NOT call at Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway station. Please continue your journey on Chiltern Railways trains to Stratford-upon-Avon (the station serving the town).
Journey OPTIONS
Return journey from Birmingham
(Snow Hill, Moor Street, or Tyseley)
• travel out on train A
• return on train B or D
• breakfast option in Premier Dining on A
• high/afternoon tea option in Premier Dining on D
or
• travel out on train C• return on train D
• high/afternoon tea option in Premier Dining on D
Round trip from Stratford
• travel out on train B
• returning on train C
• Sunday Lunch option in Premier Dining
• Standard Class Afternoon Return - Special fare
Round trip from Henley
• travel out on train A
• then to Birmingham on train B
• returning on train C
• Sunday Lunch option in Premier Dining
Single Standard Class tickets are available on all trains - subject to availability of seats.
LEAFLETS
We also provide a download link for our latest Excursion Programme leaflet describing our popular 'one-off' tours.
Shakespeare Express Leaflet (pdf format)
Shakespeare Express Timetable (pdf format)
Vintage Trains Excursion Leaflet (pdf format)
Stratford-upon-Avon - Street & Walkabout Map >>
Special Hotel Rates
Convenient for New St, Moor St & Snow Hill stations
Hotel La Tour, Birmingham to complete your journey >>
USEFUL INFORMATION
• We offer GIFT VOUCHERS, which make an ideal present. Phone our booking line for more information.
• We offer a group discount for groups of 10 or more adults. Discounts are available on application. Tour Operators & Group Travel page
• A buffet service is included on the Shakespeare Express - serving hot & cold drinks and a range of confectionery.
• Warm Bacon Rolls on Train A - Vintage Trains Catering staff will pass through the train offering warm bacon rolls for sale - subject to availability*.
• An on train shop offers a range of gifts for young and old, so you can take away a memento of the day. These include badges featuring our regular engine.
• We provide route notes for your convenience to look out for various noteworthy lineside views. Copies also available here on our Stations page
• There is a free car park at Tyseley Locomotive Works Visitor Centre, 5 minutes walk from Tyseley Station.
Notice : Vehicles and contents left in the TLW Car Park are entirely at the vehicle owners risk.
• No dogs or pets allowed, however we are happy to accommodate dogs for the disabled by prior arrangement.
• Passengers With Special Needs - we can accommodate a small number of people using wheelchairs. It is essential to contact Vintage Trains directly to discuss availability of our facilities and your requirements before making a booking.
• Customers are reminded that smoking in public places is prohibited. Areas designated 'NO SMOKING' include ALL CARRIAGES ON ALL TRAINS AS WELL AS ALL RAILWAY PLATFORMS AND PREMISES.
* If you are organising a large group we suggest pre-ordering your requirement for bacon rolls when making your tour booking to assist us in assessing likely demand.
