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Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery
City museum covering archaeology, natural history and local stories. A strong first stop for understanding Peterborough and the wider Fens.
Take a train from Windsor to Peterborough and enjoy the approximately 77 miles (124 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 21:40.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Peterborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Peterborough trip today.
City museum covering archaeology, natural history and local stories. A strong first stop for understanding Peterborough and the wider Fens.
Volunteer-run heritage attraction with preserved locomotives, carriages and a scenic steam railway experience through the Nene Valley.
Small local museum preserving rural and military history with vehicles, tools and memorabilia. A lesser-known stop in a village setting.
Extensive country park with lakes, meadows and trails west of the city. Excellent for walking, birdwatching and family outdoor time.
Central civic square framed by the cathedral, guildhall and city-centre shops. Best place to start exploring Peterborough on foot.
Large riverside park with open lawns, play areas and event space. Popular for walks, festivals and views beside the River Nene.
A Cambridgeshire classic of cured pork sausage meat wrapped in a flaky pastry crust. It is a beloved regional picnic and pub snack.
A local-style sausage made with sage and pepper, often served with mash and onion gravy in pubs across the Peterborough area.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and vegetables. A traditional Sunday meal widely enjoyed in Peterborough pubs and homes.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and a refined special-occasion atmosphere.
Popular city venue for classic fish and chips, with a casual family-friendly setting and dependable traditional takeaway favourites.
Historic pub by Peterborough Cathedral serving British classics, Sunday roasts and ales in a traditional timbered setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Peterborough Railway Station -> Queensgate Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor to Peterborough 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 Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Windsor to Peterborough trains use the Windsor & Eton Central to Peterborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Windsor and Peterborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Peterborough has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peterborough.
ATMs are available at Peterborough.
Ticket office support is available at Peterborough.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peterborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Peterborough: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peterborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone, 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.
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