Worcester travel guide

Worcester Tourism | Worcester Guide

You're Going to Love Worcester

With a population of 100’023, Worcester 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 Worcester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Worcester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Kings Head Bar and Grill, Worcester (67 Sidbury) and Browns at The Quay (South Quay) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Anchor Inn (54 Diglis Road) and The Fox & Hounds at Lulsley (Lulsley) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Worcester.

When to visit Worcester

Worcester in December
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Worcester in December
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Worcester

Plane

Although Worcester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 33 km from Worcester. The shortest flight to Worcester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to Darlington takes 1h 04m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $219 for a 1h 05m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city centre, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 1.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 163 km from Worcester. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 145 km and will cost you around $23. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 185 km. Worcester’s bus station is located 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Worcester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 33 km from Worcester. The shortest flight to Worcester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to Darlington takes 1h 04m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $219 for a 1h 05m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city centre, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 1.1 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 163 km from Worcester. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 145 km and will cost you around $23. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $28 for a journey of 185 km. Worcester’s bus station is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Worcester

Airlines serving Worcester

Lufthansa
Good (7,164 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,843 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,828 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,887 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,878 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (817 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,211 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,317 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (378 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (877 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,303 reviews)
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Where to stay in Worcester

Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $195 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Worcester

Most booked hotels in Worcester

The Boot Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$172+
Worcester Bank House Hotel Spa & Golf, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$175+
The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$199+
Ye Olde Talbot Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$116+
The Bulls Head Inn
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$132+

Hiring a car in Worcester

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Worcester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.04 and $46.72. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Worcester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.04 and $46.72. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.