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

Worcester travel guide

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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 33h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 05m and costs around $229 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $75 for a 1h 40m 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 GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 185 km and will cost you around $28. 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 33h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 05m and costs around $229 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $75 for a 1h 40m 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 GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 185 km and will cost you around $28. 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

BHXBirmingham
MANManchester
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Worcester

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Worcester

Average rates range from around $177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $243 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Worcester

Most booked hotels in Worcester

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Worcester Bank House Hotel Spa & Golf, BW Premier Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$219+
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Ye Olde Talbot Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$142+
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Severn View Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$161+
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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 $36.36 and $48.48. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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 $36.36 and $48.48. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 77% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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