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Windsor and Royal Borough Museum
Compact museum inside the Guildhall telling Windsor's story through local objects, royal links, and changing town life.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Windsor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Windsor will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Windsor without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Euston to VauxhallOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Windsor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 166 miles (268 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$97 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Windsor:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Windsor costing on average $97 (€79).
Other travel options to Windsor take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Windsor trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:08 AM Liverpool | 4h28 | 11:36 AM Windsor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Liverpool | 4h28 | 12:36 PM Windsor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Liverpool | 4h04 | 1:16 PM Windsor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Windsor run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Windsor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Windsor trip today.
Compact museum inside the Guildhall telling Windsor's story through local objects, royal links, and changing town life.
Restored Victorian engine shed housing Queen Victoria's royal train and historic locomotives. Essential for railway and royal history fans.
Museum inside the college presenting Eton's history, art, and collections. A rewarding stop for education and heritage enthusiasts.
The Long Walk is Windsor's grand tree-lined avenue from the castle into Great Park, famous for regal views and memorable walks.
Large historic parkland with deer, gardens, lakes, and trails. Ideal for longer walks, cycling, and classic royal landscapes.
Central shopping street beneath the castle walls, lined with historic buildings and constant views of Windsor's royal setting.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding is a classic Sunday roast long loved in Windsor pubs, served with gravy and seasonal vegetables.
Windsor has strong ties to afternoon tea, with finger sandwiches, scones, jam and cakes served in elegant hotels near the castle.
Eton mess was created at nearby Eton College: crushed meringue, strawberries and cream, a famous local dessert of the area.
Refined fine dining in a historic riverside setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Elegant hotel dining near Windsor Great Park, specialising in classic British dishes and one of the town's best afternoon teas.
Traditional pub by the Long Walk serving cask ales, hearty British food and a classic Windsor atmosphere.
Windsor is pricier than many UK towns due to tourism. Hotels and dining are above average, while local buses and rail to London add moderate transport costs.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes usually do not require tipping.
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Windsor & Eton Riverside -> Windsor Castle, Windsor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Windsor trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Windsor & Eton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Windsor & Eton Riverside. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Windsor train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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.
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