Day Trip to Windsor by Rail includes entry to Windsor Castle
Overview
Included
- Standard class return train tickets to Windsor
- Entry to Windsor Castle
Excluded
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drink
- Hotel transfers
Important information
Days of Operation:
Departure Details:
Departure Point: London Paddington station, Praed St, London W2 1HB
Train Departure time: 9:20am
Arrival at Windsor and Eton Central: 10:02am
Sundays
Departure Point: London Paddington station, Praed St, London W2 1HB
Train Departure time: 9:42am
Arrival at Windsor and Eton Central: 10:18am
Please note there is an interchange at Slough Station as there is no direct train to Windsor and Eton Central from/to Paddington.
A friendly member of staff will also meet you to help with any last minute questions.
Windsor Castle opening hours:
1st of March to 31st of October
10am - 5.15pm (last admission time 4pm)
1st of November to 28th of February
10am - 4.15pm (last admission time 3pm)
Semi-State Rooms
During the winter months an additional five rooms, known collectively as the Semi-State Rooms, are included in the visitor route.
The Semi-State Rooms at Windsor Castle are currently closed and will open later in 2024..
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House
Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House is currently closed for planned improvement works.
St George’s Chapel
St. George’s Chapel is usually closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
Windsor Castle closures:
Every Tuesday and Wednesday
24-26 December Castle closed
Return to London:
Please note:
A full information pack which contains your train and Windsor castle tickets will be emailed to you 10 days before you travel at the latest.
Highlights
More information
Enjoy a day in Windsor, exploring at your own pace with this relaxing day trip by rail. Begin at Paddington Station, checking in at 8.50am in time for your departure at 9.21am. All that’s left is to take your seats and head off towards Windsor. Explore the beautiful Berkshire town of Windsor at your own pace with its rich Royal history, pretty countryside walks and a quaint town centre.
Visit Windsor Castle
Discover why this impressive castle is The King’s favourite weekend residence and explore the rich history contained within its walls. See Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, explore the opulent State Apartments with their priceless artworks, including pieces by Rembrandt and Leonardo Da Vinci and pay a visit to St George’s Chapel, the final resting place of Queen Mary, Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth II. The tour is unescorted, accompanied by an audio guide and lasts approximately two hours.
Return to London
You are free to choose when you return. Trains return to London every 20-30 minutes until approximately 11pm
Please Note:
The train times are subject to change, depending on availability on the train services. So it is highly important that you leave your contact number & email address to notify about the changes.