What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor is to line 702 bus which costs £3 - £10 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Windsor?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Windsor. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Windsor Castle via Hyde Park Corner Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Windsor?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Windsor & Eton Riverside. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Windsor?

The distance between Charing Cross and Windsor is 26 miles. The road distance is 22.7 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Windsor without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Windsor?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Windsor & Eton Riverside takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Windsor bus from?

Charing Cross to Windsor bus services, operated by Reading Buses, depart from Hyde Park Corner Station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Windsor train from?

Charing Cross to Windsor train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Windsor?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Windsor is to train which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 702 bus, which costs £3 - £10 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Windsor bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Windsor bus services, operated by Reading Buses, arrive at Windsor Castle station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Windsor train arrive?

Charing Cross to Windsor train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Windsor & Eton Riverside station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Windsor?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Windsor is 23 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Charing Cross to Windsor.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Windsor?

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Where can I stay near Windsor?

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Charing Cross to Windsor - 5 ways to travel via train, line 702 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross to Windsor by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Windsor & Eton Riversidetrain London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside
53 min
£10–24
Line 702 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hyde Park Corner Station to Windsor Castlebus 702
2h 11m
£4–10
Drive 22.6 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Windsorcar 22.6 mi
38 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Windsortaxi 22.6 mi
38 min
£170–210
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Parish Churchbus 8
2h 39m

Charing Cross to Windsor by train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Windsor & Eton Riverside hourly. Tickets cost £10–24 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, Reading Buses operates a bus from Hyde Park Corner Station to Windsor Castle hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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