Worcestershire on Demand

Name: Visit Worcestershire
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Explore Worcestershire by train and bus this summer!

Arriving at Pershore, Evesham, Worcestershire Parkway or Honeybourne train station?

Travel beyond the railway station and discover charming market towns, beautiful countryside and some of the county’s most loved attractions.

We have partnered with Worcestershire on Demand, Great Western Railway and the Worcestershire Community Rail Partnership to showcase just how easy it is to reach some of Worcestershire’s most popular destinations by train and continue your journey by bus.

Whether you’re browsing independent shops in Pershore, soaking up the charm of Broadway with an overnight break, enjoying a family day out at Croome Court or seeking adventure at The Valley, Evesham, Worcestershire on Demand can help you travel from the station to your destination with ease.

Download the Worcestershire on Demand app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and start exploring.

How does it work?

Worcestershire on Demand is a flexible, app-based bus service that allows passengers to book a shared journey at a time and place that suits them.

Designed to complement existing bus routes, the service operates in areas where regular public transport is limited. Passengers can book a journey at the click of a button through the app and can travel anywhere within the service zones, as well as to selected out-of-zone points of interest.

Download the Worcestershire on Demand app for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and start exploring.

To find out which zone to use when arriving in Worcestershire, visit Worcestershire on Demand | Worcestershire County Council

Travel with Great Western Railway

Reaching Worcestershire is simple with Great Western Railway. Travel from London Paddington to the heart of the county in as little as two hours and step straight into rolling countryside, historic towns and days out that feel a world away from the city.

Worcestershire is also well connected to destinations across the region and beyond. Direct services link the county with Oxford and the Cotswolds, Cheltenham Spa and Gloucester, as well as Bristol and Hereford. From Bristol, connections open up even further to Bath, South Wales and the South West, making Worcestershire an easy addition to a wider itinerary.

Once you arrive, Worcestershire On Demand makes it easy to continue your journey. Connecting key rail stations with towns, villages and attractions across the county, it offers a simple way to explore more without the need for a car.

Book your train tickets to Worcestershire: Great Western Railway

GWR train arriving into Honeybourne Station

Passengers on board the Worcestershire on Demand service 1

Frequently Asked Questions

When do services operate?

Services operate Monday to Saturday,7:00am to 7:00pm. Services do not operate on Sundays or bank holidays.

How much does it cost?

- Each journey costs £2.50.

- Group bookings offer is available with each additional passenger costing £1.25 per journey.

- Under 16s travel for free in August 2026.

- Concessionary passes are accepted after 9:30am (for pre-booked journeys only) as well as Here to Help bus passes and HM Armed Forces Veteran Cards.

How do the zones work?

You can travel anywhere within your zone,including popular points of interest,such as retail parks,hospitals,country parks and train stations.

In the North West,North Central,North Malvern and Wychavon zones,journeys are limited to a maximum of 15 kilometres (approx. 9 miles) as the crow flies,to help keep the service reliable,while there is no distance limit within the North East and South Malvern zones.

You can also travel to selected points of interest outside your zone,as long as:

Your journey starts or ends within your zone,and it stays within the 15km distance limit (where applicable)

You cannot travel between two locations that are both out of your zone,except between Great Malvern Rail Station and Malvern Hills Science Park.

Travel between different zones is generally not permitted,except for a small number of specific locations shown on the map.

Are the buses accessible?

Yes,wheelchair accessible vehicles are available. Please make sure to indicate that you require a wheelchair accessible vehicle when booking your journey to ensure a suitable vehicle is assigned to your trip. You can do this by navigating to the ‘Concessions’ menu in the WoD app and toggling on the ‘Wheelchair accessibility’ option before making your request.

Are child seats available on board?

Our service operates with a variety of vehicles. We do not provide child seats on board,as every child is different it would be impossible to meet every individual requirement. Parents and carers are welcome to bring their own child seats if they wish,but please note that responsibility for fitting these rests with the parent or carer. Our drivers cannot assist with fixing child seats into the vehicle. We are unable to guarantee that the vehicles we operate will have seats suitable for a child seat to be fitted.

Please note that there is no legal requirement for a child to use a car seat when travelling on a minibus,however,children aged three or older must use an adult seat belt if travelling without one. More information can be found using this link: Child car seats:the law:When a child can travel without a car seat - GOV.UK

Can I take my dog on the service?

Only support dogs are allowed.

What should I do if I have issues booking a trip or during my journey?

The team want to hear about any issues and will be happy to help. Email any concerns to WOD@worcestershire.gov.uk

Travel further with Worcestershire on Demand

Worcestershire on Demand makes it easy to explore the county,with the service now covering large areas of the county.

This August,children under 16 can travel for free on Worcestershire on Demand,making it even easier for families to enjoy affordable days out across the county.

Discover where you can travel with a map of all service zones and full details of attractions and points of interest.