The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Windermere
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Windermere will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 2 trains that leave Slough for Windermere every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Slough to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £118. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £118, and a flight costs an average of £207.
Distance: 355 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£118 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Slough to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Windermere trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:47 Slough | 5h53 | 11:40 Windermere | 4 changes | |
![]() | 05:47 Slough | 5h53 | 11:40 Windermere | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:31 Slough | 5h27 | 12:58 Windermere | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:31 Slough | 5h27 | 12:58 Windermere | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:48 Slough | 5h06 | 13:54 Windermere | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Windermere
Trains from Slough to Windermere run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 14:07. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 14:07 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Windermere from £118. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Elizabeth Line
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FAQs: Slough to Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Slough and Windermere
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 20:45 Sunday 11:10 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station entrance
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