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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.
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Trains from Bourne End to Windsor run on average 6 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 45m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Discover the best of Windsor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Windsor trip today.
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 Bourne End 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 Bourne End to Windsor trains use the Bourne End to Windsor & Eton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bourne End and Windsor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bourne End has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: The Last Viceroy, Costa
Ticket office support is available at Bourne End.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourne End: Parking, WC.
Available at Bourne End: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourne End: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms from the adjacent car park is via a short ramp. 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 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 available by contacting local taxi firms, 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 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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