London Paddington to Windsor & Eton Central Trains From €12.39*

If you’re going from London to Windsor, a Berkshire town with a famous castle that is one of the official residences of the British monarch, taking the train is a great choice.

From the heart of the capital, you can get from London Paddington to Windsor and Eton Central in under half an hour with just one change on convenient Great Western Railway services (or use the Elizabeth Line for the first part of the journey).

Along the short journey, enjoy the leafy green views and a modern onboard experience. Great Western Railway is a popular operator, whose trains connect cities and towns in the West of England and South Wales with London and the greater Thames Valley. Popular destinations include Bristol, Plymouth, and Reading.

Departing from London Paddington

Start at London Paddington, a modern and dynamic station located between Notting Hill and Marylebone. London Paddington is easy to reach on London buses, or on the Underground via the Elizabeth, Circle, District, Bakerloo, or Hammersmith & City lines.

At the station, find accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, step-free access to all platforms, comfortable seating areas, and public Wi-Fi, as well as a range of refreshments from well-known names, and shops to browse while you wait.

As a bustling commuter station with excellent links, London Paddington is served predominantly by Great Western Railway, which runs services to places like Plymouth, Great Malvern, and Swansea. The station welcomes trains operated by Heathrow Express and Elizabeth Line.

Main Stops

Take the train from London Paddington to Slough on a GWR train towards Didcot Parkway. Disembark at the first stop (Slough), before swapping to a different GWR service for the final leg of the journey to Windsor and Eton Central.

Alternatively, start on the Elizabeth Line towards Reading, which stops at Ealing Broadway, and West Drayton, before reaching Slough, where you will change. From Slough, make the short journey to Windsor and Eton Central, which is the first stop and the destination of the train. 

Arriving at Windsor and Eton Central

Windsor and Eton Central is a basic but fully functional Berkshire station with a great range of amenities to welcome passengers.

If you’re peckish when you arrive, grab some refreshments from the station’s counters. There is step-free access to all platforms, and staff assistance is available seven days a week (Monday to Friday from 06:40 to 20:20, Saturday from 06:40 to 19:50, and Sunday from 08:20 to 17:50).

Visiting Windsor gives you access to an abundance of green space, history and culture. After arriving by train from London Paddington to Windsor and Eton Central, you’ll be within a short distance of Windsor Castle, ideally situated to start your tour of the historic royal castle. In Windsor town centre, find cosy tea rooms, cafes, and shops to browse away an afternoon.

If you’re continuing your journey past Windsor and Eton Central, you’ll have access to frequent Great Western Railway trains from the station, as well as buses to take you around Berkshire and beyond.

Great Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: For a comfortable travel experience and affordable fares, travel in the most economical class with GWR standard class tickets. Passengers benefit from free Wi-Fi, comfortable seats, and optional tables with power sockets.
• First Class: Passengers seeking an enhanced journey experience can upgrade to a London Paddington to Windsor and Eton Central First Class ticket. Enjoy greater comfort, large tables, and exclusive dining options, plus access to the first-class lounge in London Paddington before you board.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

• Bicycles: You can bring a bike onboard Great Western Railway trains for free, though be aware that space is limited. As such, GWR strongly recommends that you reserve a bike space when booking your ticket.
• Luggage: Passengers can bring up to three items of luggage on GWR services. Make sure to store your bags securely in the dedicated racks or on overhead shelves.
• Children: Tots travel free with GWR, while kids aged 5–15 can travel at a 50% discount on most tickets. Consider booking with a Family & Friends Railcard for savings up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Pets: Companion animals travel at no extra charge with GWR, though four-legged friends must be held on a lead or contained in a carrier. Each passenger can be responsible for a maximum of two non-human travellers for free.
• Passenger Assist: If you require extra help with your journey, GWR is happy to assist passengers with any additional travel needs. Examples include helping with luggage handling, and providing ramps for boarding or alighting from trains.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.