Windsor travel guide

Windsor Tourism | Windsor Guide

You're Going to Love Windsor

With a population of 28,324, Windsor is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Windsor to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Windsor

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Royal Windsor Brasserie (31 High Street) and Bel and The Dragon - Windsor (Thames Street) are great picks.

When to visit Windsor

Windsor in January
Estimated hotel price
£121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windsor in January
Estimated hotel price
£121
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Windsor

Plane

When flying to Windsor, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Windsor departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windsor, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Windsor to Bristol takes 1h 36m and costs around £30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Nottingham, expect to pay about £24 for a 1h 38m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Windsor And Eton Central is the busiest station in Windsor. Another popular train station is Windsor & Eton Riverside, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Windsor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windsor, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Cambridge, the bus ride to Windsor takes 115 miles and will cost you around £10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £3 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

When flying to Windsor, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Windsor departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windsor, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Windsor to Bristol takes 1h 36m and costs around £30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Nottingham, expect to pay about £24 for a 1h 38m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Windsor And Eton Central is the busiest station in Windsor. Another popular train station is Windsor & Eton Riverside, located 0.5 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Windsor. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windsor, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Cambridge, the bus ride to Windsor takes 115 miles and will cost you around £10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £3 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Windsor

Airlines serving Windsor

Lufthansa
Good (4,696 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,591 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,593 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,268 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,963 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,943 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (819 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windsor

Average rates range from around £155 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £172 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windsor

Most booked hotels in Windsor

Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£71+
Macdonald Windsor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£141+
Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£149+
Leonardo London Heathrow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£93+
Castle Hotel Windsor
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£155+
Legoland Windsor Resort Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£167+

Hiring a car in Windsor

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £30 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Windsor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Windsor is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £30 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Windsor (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. The most frequently booked car type in Windsor is Standard (Class Standard Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.