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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Worcester in January
Estimated hotel price
$130
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 43h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to Bristol takes 1h 24m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $109 for a 2h 25m 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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 185 km and will cost you around $28. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 209 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 43h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to Bristol takes 1h 24m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $109 for a 2h 25m 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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 185 km and will cost you around $28. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 209 km. Worcester’s bus station is located 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Worcester

Airlines serving Worcester

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,129 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,955 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,326 reviews)
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Where to stay in Worcester

Average rates range from around $185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $271 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Worcester

Most booked hotels in Worcester

Worcester Bank House Hotel Spa & Golf, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$198+
The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$207+
Ye Olde Talbot Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$135+
Severn View Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$135+

Hiring a car in Worcester

Expect to pay $3.03 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 $36.30 and $48.40.

Expect to pay $3.03 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 $36.30 and $48.40.

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