Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Windsor travel guide

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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.

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Where to Eat in Windsor

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

When to visit Windsor

Windsor in January
Estimated hotel price
$262
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windsor in January
Estimated hotel price
$262
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 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Windsor from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windsor, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Windsor to Southampton takes 1h 50m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about $97 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Windsor And Eton Central is the busiest station in Windsor. Another popular train station is Windsor & Eton Riverside, located 0.7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 34 km from Windsor. You’ll find branches of Hertz and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windsor, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Windsor takes 153 km and will cost you around $15. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 217 km.

Plane

When flying to Windsor, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Windsor from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 28h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windsor, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Windsor to Southampton takes 1h 50m and costs around $64 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cardiff, expect to pay about $97 for a 1h 53m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Windsor And Eton Central is the busiest station in Windsor. Another popular train station is Windsor & Eton Riverside, located 0.7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 34 km from Windsor. You’ll find branches of Hertz and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windsor, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Windsor takes 153 km and will cost you around $15. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 217 km.

Airports near Windsor

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Windsor

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windsor

Average rates range from around $302 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $345 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windsor

Most booked hotels in Windsor

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Premier Inn Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Macdonald Windsor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$294+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$353+
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Sir Christopher Wren Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$317+
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Legoland Windsor Resort Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$246+
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Travelodge Windsor Central
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$149+
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Hiring a car in Windsor

Expect to pay $2.93 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 $35.09 and $46.78. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windsor, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.93 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 $35.09 and $46.78. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windsor, while also 38% cheaper than other types, on average.

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