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

Wolverhampton travel guide

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With a population of 252,791, Wolverhampton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wolverhampton to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Wolverhampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fiume Restaurant (5 Bridgnorth Road) and Medicine at The Crown (1 Wood Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton in December
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wolverhampton in December
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wolverhampton

Plane

Although Wolverhampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 km from Wolverhampton. The shortest flight to Wolverhampton from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 33h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wolverhampton, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Wolverhampton to London takes 1h 05m and costs around $222 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $43 for a 1h 41m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Wolverhampton is the busiest station in Wolverhampton. Another popular train station is Wolverhampton Bilbrook, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wolverhampton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 km from Wolverhampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wolverhampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 177 km and will cost you around $28. From London, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 233 km.

Plane

Although Wolverhampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 km from Wolverhampton. The shortest flight to Wolverhampton from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 33h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wolverhampton, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Wolverhampton to London takes 1h 05m and costs around $222 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $43 for a 1h 41m trip. Located 0.3 km from the city centre, Wolverhampton is the busiest station in Wolverhampton. Another popular train station is Wolverhampton Bilbrook, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Wolverhampton is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 km from Wolverhampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wolverhampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 177 km and will cost you around $28. From London, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Wolverhampton

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wolverhampton

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,612 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,562 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,077 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,804 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,040 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,066 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,592 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,084 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wolverhampton

Average rates range from around $165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $159 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Wolverhampton, with prices from $68 to $792 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Wolverhampton are about 18% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wolverhampton

Hiring a car in Wolverhampton

Expect to pay $3.11 per litre in Wolverhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.23 and $49.64. The most frequently booked car type in Wolverhampton is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.11 per litre in Wolverhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.23 and $49.64. The most frequently booked car type in Wolverhampton is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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