- Must visit
The Commandery
A restored Civil War headquarters with historic rooms, gardens and interactive displays. Ideal for understanding Worcester’s role in national events.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Worcester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Worcester will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Worcester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Worcester trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01138+ C17181 | On time 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 10:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1 change | |
G01138+ C17181 · L22873 | On time 8:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h25 | 11:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 2 changes | |
G01005+ C16885 · L22875 | On time 8:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h37 | 11:02 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 2 changes | |
C16923 · C17183+ G38870 | Delayed 8:19 8:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h03 | 11:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 2 changes | |
C16923 · L22873+ G38870 | Delayed 8:19 8:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h58 | 11:28 Worcester Shrub Hill (WOS) | 2 changes | |
G01144+ C17183 | On time 9:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 11:33 Worcester Foregate Street (WOF) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Manchester to Worcester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Discover the best of Worcester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Worcester trip today.
A restored Civil War headquarters with historic rooms, gardens and interactive displays. Ideal for understanding Worcester’s role in national events.
Worcester’s main city museum, combining local history, archaeology and changing exhibitions in a Victorian building beside the library.
A former porcelain factory site telling the story of Worcester porcelain through galleries, objects and demonstrations. A strong choice for decorative arts.
A riverside green space north of the city centre, popular for walks, picnics and views of Worcester Cathedral across the Severn.
A landscaped city park with flowerbeds, riverside paths and open lawns. It is a pleasant place to relax close to the cathedral and centre.
A broad riverside path and green corridor for walking and cycling along the Severn. It offers easy views of bridges, boats and cathedral scenery.
A rich, savoury sauce made in Worcester since the 19th century. Its fermented anchovy, tamarind and spice flavour is the city’s best-known food export.
Traditional handmade sweets first made by local chemists. These dark, fruity lozenges are flavoured with liquorice and are a classic Worcester confection.
Apple dessert linked to nearby Evesham Vale and eaten across Worcestershire. Apples are baked in a light sponge topping and often served with custard.
Elegant fine dining in a country-house setting outside Worcester, known for polished modern British tasting menus and attentive service.
Smart city-centre restaurant serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a stylish, lively setting popular for dinner and weekend dining.
Traditional riverside-style pub dining with British classics, ales and Sunday roasts. A reliable choice for a casual local meal in Worcester.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while rail travel and city-centre accommodation can still raise visitor costs.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
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Worcester Foregate Street -> Worcester City Centre, Worcester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Worcester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Worcester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Worcester trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Worcester Foregate Street station pair, with some services arriving at Worcester Shrub Hill. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Worcester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Worcester Foregate Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Foregate Street.
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Foregate Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Worcester Foregate Street: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Foregate Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Worcester Shrub Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Worcester Shrub Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Worcester Shrub Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Worcester Shrub Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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