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 Swan at Whittington (Whittington) and White Hart (161 Droitwich Road) are great picks.

When to visit Worcester

Worcester in January
Estimated hotel price
$155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Worcester in January
Estimated hotel price
$155
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 21 miles from Worcester. The shortest flight to Worcester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Worcester. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 0.7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 101 miles from Worcester. You’ll find branches of Hertz and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Bristol, the bus ride to Worcester takes 130 miles and will cost you around $16. From London, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 140 miles. Worcester’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Worcester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 21 miles from Worcester. The shortest flight to Worcester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Worcester. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 0.7 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 101 miles from Worcester. You’ll find branches of Hertz and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Bristol, the bus ride to Worcester takes 130 miles and will cost you around $16. From London, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 140 miles. Worcester’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Worcester

BHXBirmingham
MANManchester
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Worcester

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,792 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,293 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,136 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,428 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,715 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,801 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (390 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,166 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,207 reviews)
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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)
$187+
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The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$230+
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Ye Olde Talbot
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$151+
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The Bulls Head Inn
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$147+
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Severn View Hotel
2 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
$164+
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Hiring a car in Worcester

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.77 and $49.03. 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 Intermediate car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.07 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 $36.77 and $49.03. 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 Intermediate car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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