The cheapest and fastest trains from West Drayton to Maidenhead
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Drayton to Maidenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Drayton to Maidenhead will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 trains that leave West Drayton for Maidenhead on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
4:23 PM0h18West Drayton4:41 PMMaidenhead$81One-way0 transfers
11:40 PM0h19West Drayton11:59 PMMaidenhead$121One-way0 transfers
10:08 AM0h18West Drayton10:26 AMMaidenhead$121One-way0 transfers
10:08 AM0h18West Drayton10:26 AMMaidenhead$121One-way0 transfers
4:23 PM0h18West Drayton4:41 PMMaidenhead$81One-way0 transfers
11:40 PM0h19West Drayton11:59 PMMaidenhead$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for West Drayton to Maidenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Drayton to Maidenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Drayton to Maidenhead:
A train is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from West Drayton to Maidenhead costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Maidenhead take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
The journey is about 6m faster (18m by train vs 24m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $23 (€19)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
West Drayton to Maidenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for West Drayton to Maidenhead trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C37174 | On time 9:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h17 | 9:26 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37090 | On time 9:22 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h20 | 9:42 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37189 | On time 9:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h17 | 9:56 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37099 | On time 9:52 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h20 | 10:12 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37201 | 10:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h17 | 10:26 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37108 | On time 10:22 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h20 | 10:42 PM Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 10:08 AM West Drayton | 0h18 | 10:26 AM Maidenhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Drayton to Maidenhead
Trains from West Drayton to Maidenhead run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from West Drayton to Maidenhead trainsElizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between West Drayton and Maidenhead from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth line
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
FAQs: Trains from West Drayton to Maidenhead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Drayton to Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from West Drayton to Maidenhead
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Temporary toilet facilities are based at the Warwick Road entrance to the station. These toilets are open from 05:00-21:00 Monday to Sunday
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 11:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 - This station has step free access to the platform, this is via a short steep 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available by contacting local taxi firms
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Marlow: Bus Stop before Level Crossing. To Bus Stop after Level Crossing.
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