Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Winchester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Winchester

With a population of 26 203, Winchester is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States.

When to visit Winchester

Winchester in January
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Winchester in January
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winchester in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Winchester, with an average rainfall of 56 mm.

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How to Get to Winchester

Plane

Although Winchester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 69 km from Winchester. The shortest flight to Winchester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Winchester, followed by Acela. The train journey from Winchester to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 59m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Winchester, including Washington Deluxe, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Bus. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Winchester takes 64 km and will cost you around $25. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 282 km.

Plane

Although Winchester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 69 km from Winchester. The shortest flight to Winchester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Winchester, followed by Acela. The train journey from Winchester to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 59m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Winchester, including Washington Deluxe, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Bus. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Winchester takes 64 km and will cost you around $25. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $37 for a journey of 282 km.

Airports near Winchester

HGRHagerstown Regional
FDKFrederick

Airlines serving Winchester

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Iberia
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Air France
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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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LOT
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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Singapore Airlines
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Cathay Pacific
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JetBlue
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Malaysia Airlines
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Where to stay in Winchester

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Winchester and Quality Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winchester

Hiring a car in Winchester

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.12 and $24.16. The most frequently booked car type in Winchester is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford Fusion or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.12 and $24.16. The most frequently booked car type in Winchester is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Ford Fusion or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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