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Local Rail Services

Your Nearest Mainline Station: Worcester Parkway (WOP)

Live departures — Worcestershire Parkway
Updated: 2025-12-28
Time Destination Plat Status
12:21
London Paddington
Great Western Railway
TBA On time
12:52 → 12:54
Great Malvern
Great Western Railway
TBA Delayed (exp 12:54)
13:14
Nottingham
CrossCountry
TBA On time
13:23
London Paddington
Great Western Railway
TBA On time
13:52 → 13:56
Hereford
Great Western Railway
TBA Delayed (exp 13:56)
13:58
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
TBA On time

While Kempsey doesn’t currently have its own railway station, excellent rail connections are just minutes away at Worcester Parkway – one of the region’s newest and best-connected stations.

Worcester Parkway offers fast, direct services across the Midlands and beyond, making it the go-to choice for commuting, business travel, days out, and long-distance journeys.

Getting to Worcester Parkway from Kempsey

  • By car:
    Approximately 5–10 minutes from Kempsey village
    Large, modern car park with good availability
  • By taxi:
    Widely available from Kempsey and Worcester
    Ideal for early morning or late-night trains
  • By bike:
    Secure cycle storage available at the station

Where Can You Go From Worcester Parkway?

Worcester Parkway sits on two major rail routes, offering direct services to:

Direct & Popular Destinations

  • London Paddington – fast services to the capital
  • Birmingham – New Street & Moor Street
  • Bristol
  • Cheltenham
  • Oxford
  • Cardiff

Perfect for:

  • Daily commuting
  • University travel
  • Events, shopping, and nights out
  • Airport connections via Birmingham & London

Train Operators

Services from Worcester Parkway are operated by:

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
  • CrossCountry

Both offer modern trains, regular services, and mobile ticketing options.

Tickets & Travel Tips

  • Buy tickets online, via apps, or at station ticket machines
  • Advance tickets can offer significant savings
  • Off-peak travel is cheaper and quieter
  • Railcards are accepted and can reduce fares by up to 

Tip: Worcester Parkway is often cheaper and easier than travelling via central Worcester stations.

Station Facilities at Worcester Parkway

  • Large, well-lit car park
  • Step-free access throughout
  • Ticket machines
  • Sheltered platforms
  • Clear signage and live departure boards

Designed for convenience, accessibility, and stress-free travel.

Why Worcester Parkway Works for Kempsey

For Kempsey residents, Worcester Parkway offers:

  • Quick access without city traffic
  • Better parking than city-centre stations
  • Faster mainline services
  • Reliable connections in all directions

It’s a modern station built for how people actually travel today.

Need Help Planning Your Journey?

Check live times and fares via:

  • National Rail
  • GWR or CrossCountry websites/apps