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Windsor and Royal Borough Museum
A compact local museum covering Windsor’s royal links, archaeology and changing town life through varied displays.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£12
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£13
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
48 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
48 m
Trains on 29 Aug
8
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ascot to Windsor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ascot to Windsor will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Ascot to Windsor you need to make at least one change.
L80634 · L84549
L80662 · L84579
L80625 · L84539
L80643 · L84559
L80653 · L84569
L80634 · L84549
L80662 · L84579
L80625 · L84539
L80643 · L84559
L80653 · L84569The table below shows live departures for Ascot to Windsor trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80616 · L84529 | 8:08 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 8:56 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
L80593+ C48694+ C37754 | 8:14 Ascot station (ACT) | 1h22 | 9:36 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC) | 2 changes | |
L80625 · L84539 | 8:38 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 9:26 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
L80634 · L84549 | 9:08 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 9:56 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
L80611+ C48706+ C37397 | 9:13 Ascot station (ACT) | 1h23 | 10:36 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC) | 2 changes | |
L80643 · L84559 | 9:38 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 10:26 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
L80653 · L84569 | 10:08 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 10:56 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
L80662 · L84579 | 10:38 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h48 | 11:26 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Ascot to Windsor run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 48m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 0:16 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
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A compact local museum covering Windsor’s royal links, archaeology and changing town life through varied displays.
A restored Victorian station with Queen Victoria’s waiting room and displays about rail travel in Windsor.
A small gallery space in central Windsor hosting changing contemporary art exhibitions and cultural events.
A grand tree-lined avenue running south from the castle through parkland, ideal for long walks and iconic views.
A lively pedestrian area with historic buildings, shops and easy access to the castle, station and river.
A riverside promenade and park area popular for boat views, walks, benches and relaxed castle panoramas.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding is a classic Sunday roast long associated with English dining, commonly enjoyed in pubs and traditional inns around Windsor.
Eton mess was created at nearby Eton College. It combines strawberries, broken meringue and whipped cream, making it a signature local summer pudding.
Afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones and cakes is a long-standing Windsor treat, fitting the town’s royal heritage and riverside hotel culture.
Traditional pub by the Long Walk, popular for ales, pies and classic British comfort food in a cosy, historic atmosphere.
Riverside dining venue known for steaks, grills and British favourites, with terrace seating overlooking the Thames.
Elegant brasserie inside Sir Christopher Wren Hotel, known for British and European dishes with a polished riverside setting.
Windsor is pricier than many UK towns due to tourism. Hotels, dining and attractions near the castle cost more, while local buses and casual cafés remain manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Windsor & Eton Riverside -> Windsor Castle, Windsor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ascot to Windsor 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 Windsor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ascot to Windsor trains use the Ascot to Windsor & Eton Riverside station pair, with some services arriving at Windsor & Eton Central. Use this guide to compare Ascot and Windsor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ascot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ascot.
Wi-Fi is available at Ascot. ATMs are available at Ascot.
Ticket office support is available at Ascot. 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 Ascot: Parking, WC.
Available at Ascot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ascot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to all other platforms. Step-free access is only available from the main entrance. From the subway entrance on the south side, access to all platforms is via steps only, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the main station building, 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: Yes, 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.
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.
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