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

Wolverhampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wolverhampton

With a population of 252 791, Wolverhampton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit 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 March
Estimated hotel price
$157
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wolverhampton in March
Estimated hotel price
$157
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 32h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Wolverhampton. 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 Europcar and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wolverhampton using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 177 km and will cost you around $10. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 185 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 32h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Wolverhampton. 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 Europcar and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wolverhampton using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 177 km and will cost you around $10. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about $10 for a journey of 185 km.

Airports near Wolverhampton

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Wolverhampton

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,888 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,602 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,932 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,207 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wolverhampton

Average rates range from around $144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $157 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Wolverhampton, with prices from $32 to $1,087 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Wolverhampton are about 2% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wolverhampton

Hiring a car in Wolverhampton

Expect to pay $3.36 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 $40.28 and $53.71. The most frequently booked car type in Wolverhampton is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.36 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 $40.28 and $53.71. The most frequently booked car type in Wolverhampton is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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