Windsor to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Oct

Cheapest price on 17 Oct

£7

Average ticket price on 17 Oct

£12

Fastest journey on 17 Oct

31 m

Average journey duration on 17 Oct

31 m

Trains on 17 Oct

66

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Windsor to London will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

On Sat 17 Oct, we found 66 trains from Windsor to London, including 32 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 31 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.

  • South Western RailwayL84776
    19:510h58
    Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
    20:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL84859 · L80907
    23:351h00
    Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
    0:35London Waterloo (WAT)
    £71One-way
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL84664
    14:210h58
    Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
    15:19London Waterloo (WAT)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL84624
    12:210h58
    Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
    13:19London Waterloo (WAT)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL84676
    14:510h59
    Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
    15:50London Waterloo (WAT)
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Windsor to London

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Trains from Windsor to London run on average 17 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 19m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
33 km
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
19m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Live departures

Windsor to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Windsor to London trains for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY15452+Elizabeth lineC375146:00 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h57
6:57 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL845036:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h01
7:22 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15458 · W348516:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h27
7:07 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL845136:54 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h00
7:54 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15462+Elizabeth lineC375897:00 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h44
7:44 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL845217:24 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h00
8:24 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL845347:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h00
8:51 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15472+Elizabeth lineC377028:00 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h44
8:44 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15475+Elizabeth lineC377458:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h48
9:08 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL845418:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h02
9:23 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15479+Elizabeth lineC377708:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h47
9:27 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL845538:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h03
9:54 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL845619:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
10:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL845739:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
10:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8458110:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
11:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8459310:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
11:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15523+Elizabeth lineC3765112:00 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h53
12:53 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15529 · C4788012:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h34
12:54 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8462112:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
13:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15533 · C4788312:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h42
13:22 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8463312:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15543 · C4788513:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h32
13:52 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8464113:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h59
14:20 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15549 · C4788713:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h43
14:23 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8465313:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
14:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15559 · C4788914:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h33
14:53 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8466114:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
15:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15563 · C4789214:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h42
15:22 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8467314:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h00
15:51 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15573 · C4789415:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h32
15:52 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8468115:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
16:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15579 · C4789715:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h44
16:24 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8469315:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
16:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15589 · C4789916:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h32
16:52 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8470116:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
17:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15593 · C4790216:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h42
17:22 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8471316:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
17:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15603 · C4790317:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h33
17:53 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8472117:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
18:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15609 · C4790517:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h43
18:23 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8473317:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
18:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15619 · C4790818:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h31
18:51 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8474118:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
19:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15623 · C4791018:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h32
19:12 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8475318:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
19:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15633 · C4791119:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h31
19:51 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8476119:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h59
20:20 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15639 · C4791219:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h42
20:22 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8477319:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
20:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15647 · C4791420:20 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h31
20:51 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8478120:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
21:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayY15650 · C4791620:40 Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)
0h43
21:23 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL8479320:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
21:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8480121:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
22:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8481321:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
22:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8482122:21 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
23:19 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8483322:51 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h58
23:49 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL84841 · L8089023:05 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
1h00
0:05 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL8485423:38 Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)
0h57
0:35 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect

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South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
47m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£10
South Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
19m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£15
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
34m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£15
Elizabeth line frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

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Coffee
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FAQs: Windsor to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Windsor to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Windsor to London covers a distance of 33 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Windsor to London is 33 km.
The first train from Windsor to London leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Windsor to London departs at 23:57.
Trains from Windsor to London run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Windsor to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Windsor and London. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
There is no night train service from Windsor to London.
The train station in Windsor that goes to London is Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR), and it arrives at London Waterloo (WAT).
Booking trains from Windsor to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Windsor to London offers a scenic view of the English countryside, with glimpses of quaint villages, lush green fields, and the River Thames, especially as the train departs Windsor.
Yes, you can take the train from Windsor to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Windsor and London

Most Windsor to London trains use the Windsor & Eton Riverside to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at London Paddington. Use this guide to compare Windsor and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Windsor
Arrival train stations in London

Which Windsor station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Windsor to London leave from Windsor & Eton Riverside. The station is 1 km from Windsor city centre at Windsor & Eton Riverside station, Datchet Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1QG.
Windsor & Eton RiversideWindsor & Eton Riverside station, Datchet Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1QG+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Windsor & Eton Riverside from Windsor city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesDatchet Road (B470) by station.

Windsor & Eton Riverside train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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 CentralWindsor & Eton Central station, Royal Windsor Shopping Centre, Thames Street, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1PJ+44 345 600 0650ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Windsor & Eton Central from Windsor city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBus Stop outside Hare & Garter, Opposite Windsor Castle

Windsor & Eton Central train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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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