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Travel in Windsor<\/h2>\n

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Windsor is very easy to get to from London (a distance of 22 miles \/ 35 km) and the surrounding area. It is fortunate enough to have two railway stations (both centrally located), to be located just off Junction 6 of the M4 motorway, and to be within 15 minutes drive of Heathrow Airport. <\/p>\n

You can take a leisurely cycle ride to Windsor from London Paddington courtesy of Mind The Gap Tours – see their webpage here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

There is no need to drive within the town itself: everything of interest can be reached by foot, and indeed it would be unwise to try to drive around the town centre. For information on guided tour by bus, see the Windsor Town Centre page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Windsor town centre operates a Shopmobility<\/strong> scheme. This is a loan of wheelchairs and scooters for anyone who has difficulty in walking. The scheme operates from 10 am to 5 pm every day except Sundays, from a portakabin near Windsor Library. It is worth noting that the area immediately around the Castle does have some quite steep hills. Please note that there is a charge for this service. For information, telephone 01753 622330. For information on disabled access, please contact the Royal Windsor Information Centre<\/a>.<\/p>\n

How to find Windsor<\/h2>\n

TRAVELLING FROM LONDON TO WINDSOR –<\/h3>\n

By Bus:<\/strong>
\nThe most economical method of public transport is the bus, it also offers a more interesting and scenic journey. Bus fares are variable but if you ensure you travel outside of rush hour and peak travel times the fares will be reasonable. The coach leaves from The Greenline coach station, located behind the Victoria Train Station. There are various stops and boarding points on the journey including Hyde Park Corner, Kensington High Street and Olympia. The bus stops outside Windsor Castle, however the last stop is not Windsor so make sure you\u2019re paying attention! Please see http:\/\/www.rainbowfares.com\/maps\/index.htm<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

By Train:<\/strong>
\nFrom London Waterloo you can catch a train to Windsor Riverside Station. The journey takes around 56 minutes and is the most direct route from London to Windsor.<\/p>\n

By Car:<\/strong>
\nFollow the signs from anywhere in London towards \u2018M4 and the West\u2019 Join the M4 motorway heading westbound. Once on the M4 you need to exit at junction 6, signposted \u2018Slough and Windsor.\u2019 Bear left as you exit the motorway, following the signs for Windsor.<\/p>\n

By Taxi:<\/strong>
\nThere is no shortage of Black Cabs in London, you will find them located outside all train stations and you can pick them up all over London, whenever you see a taxi with its light on. As Windsor is outside the metropolitan area, travelling by taxi can be very expensive, ensure you agree the price at the start of the journey. Try calling a Windsor Car on 01753 677677 or 01753 858888.<\/p>\n

TRAVELLING FROM WINDSOR TO LONDON \u2013<\/h3>\n

By Bus:<\/strong>
\nThe Green Line Bus Service offers a scenic and cheap method of public transport. You can board the coach opposite the castle and travel into London seeing sites on your way. Fares are reduced if you travel outside of rush hour and peak travel times. 
\nThere are various stops all over London, please see http:\/\/www.rainbowfares.com\/maps\/index.htm<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n

By Train:<\/strong>
\nThere are two railway stations in Windsor. Windsor Riverside and Windsor and Eton Central, also known as Royal Windsor Station.<\/p>\n

Windsor Riverside Station: <\/strong>
\nThis train station only has links to London Waterloo. The journey takes around 56 minutes and is the most direct route to London of the two Windsor rail stations. Windsor is the end of the line.<\/p>\n

Windsor and Eton Central:<\/strong>
\nThis station runs only to Slough railway station and back. The train leaves twice an hour and the journey takes around 5 minutes. From Slough train station you can join many rail links, below are some of the destinations:<\/p>\n