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The Commandery
A restored Civil War headquarters with historic rooms, gardens and interactive displays. Ideal for understanding Worcester’s role in national events.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor to Worcester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £146. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £146, and a train costs an average of £192.
Distance: 136 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£214 Average Price | £146 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 55m Average total duration 22h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Windsor to Worcester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £192 but you can travel from only £146 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 49h 50m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £192 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 49h 50m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 days |
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 Windsor 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 Windsor to Worcester trains use the Windsor & Eton Central to Worcester Shrub Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Worcester Foregate Street. Use this guide to compare Windsor and Worcester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Windsor & Eton Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Central.
ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Windsor & Eton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible public telephones: No, Accessible taxis: Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Windsor & Eton Riverside has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.
Wi-Fi is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.
Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at up to 1:9 gradient from car parks and main entrance to concourse - then level access to both platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, 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.
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.
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