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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Worcester has to offer.

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 May
Estimated hotel price
$36
1 night at 3-star hotel
Worcester in May
Estimated hotel price
$36
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 the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by West Midlands Railway. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 17m and costs around $109 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about $51 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city center, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 0.7 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 101 miles from Worcester. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 100 miles and will cost you around $16. From London, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 140 miles. Worcester’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

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 the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Worcester, followed by West Midlands Railway. The train journey from Worcester to London takes 1h 17m and costs around $109 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about $51 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city center, Worcester is the busiest station in Worcester. Another popular train station is Worcester Shrub Hill, located 0.7 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Worcester is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 101 miles from Worcester. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Worcester, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Worcester takes 100 miles and will cost you around $16. From London, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 140 miles. Worcester’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Worcester

Airlines serving Worcester

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Worcester

Average rates range from around $106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $159 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, 1187 reviews)
$118+
The Worcester Whitehouse Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2488 reviews)
$116+
Travelodge Worcester
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 14 reviews)
$62+
Bluebell Farm
4 stars
Good (7.5, 535 reviews)
$91+
Ye Olde Talbot Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.4, 2049 reviews)
$82+
Severn View Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.4, 1594 reviews)
$79+

Renting a car in Worcester

Renting a car in Worcester costs $70 per day, on average, or $281 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $6.59 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 $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Worcester costs $70 per day, on average, or $281 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Birmingham.

Expect to pay $6.59 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 $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Worcester is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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