Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. Worcester deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 November
Estimated hotel price
$58
1 night at 3-star hotel
Worcester in November
Estimated hotel price
$58
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Worcester. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 06m and costs around $119 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $45 for a 1h 45m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city center, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 1.1 km from the center.

Car

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

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Worcester takes 177 km and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 177 km. Worcester’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Worcester. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 06m and costs around $119 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about $45 for a 1h 45m trip. Located 0.6 km from the city center, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 1.1 km from the center.

Car

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

Bus

You can travel by bus to Worcester using FlixBus or National Express. From Nottingham, the bus ride to Worcester takes 177 km and will cost you around $13. From Manchester, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 177 km. Worcester’s bus station is located 5 km from the city center.

Airports near Worcester

BHXBirmingham
MANManchester
GLOGloucestershire

Airlines serving Worcester

Lufthansa
Good (7,994 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,976 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,362 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,944 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,708 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,775 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,028 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (407 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,329 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
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Where to stay in Worcester

Average rates range from around $123 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $76 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, 1446 reviews)
$110+
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Travelodge Worcester
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 15 reviews)
$52+
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The Worcester Whitehouse
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3161 reviews)
$123+
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Ye Olde Talbot
3 stars
Good (7.6, 2384 reviews)
$81+
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The Pear Tree Inn & Country Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, 1457 reviews)
$104+
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The Bulls Head Inn
3 stars
Good (7, 409 reviews)
$80+
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Renting a car in Worcester

Renting a car in Worcester costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $8.06 per gallon in Worcester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $96.76 and $129.01. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Worcester costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $8.06 per gallon in Worcester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $96.76 and $129.01. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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