The cheapest and fastest trains from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 14 trains that leave Bodmin Parkway (BOD) for London Paddington (PAD) on Tue, May 12, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P33109 · P226124:06 PM4h17Bodmin Parkway (BOD)8:23 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$961One-way1 transfer
P297523:32 PM3h52Bodmin Parkway (BOD)7:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$961One-way0 transfers
P2260410:31 AM3h58Bodmin Parkway (BOD)2:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1261One-way0 transfers
P226028:26 AM4h03Bodmin Parkway (BOD)12:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1261One-way0 transfers
P2260511:36 AM3h54Bodmin Parkway (BOD)3:30 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1261One-way0 transfers
P297106:09 AM3h45Bodmin Parkway (BOD)9:54 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$2291One-way0 transfers
P297523:32 PM3h52Bodmin Parkway (BOD)7:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$961One-way0 transfers
P2260511:36 AM3h54Bodmin Parkway (BOD)3:30 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1261One-way0 transfers
P23141 · P226102:30 PM3h54Bodmin Parkway (BOD)6:24 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1281One-way1 transfer
P2260410:31 AM3h58Bodmin Parkway (BOD)2:29 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $287 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $75 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $119 (€95).
A bus is $244 (€195) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $287 (€229).
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 7h 24m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (4h 11m by train vs 4h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $119 (€95) compared to roughly $105 (€84) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:26 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 4h03 | 12:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 4h45 | 2:16 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 4h59 | 3:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) by train, bus, or flight
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€66) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€66) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 7:19 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bodmin Parkway (BOD) and London Paddington (PAD) from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bodmin Parkway (BOD) to London Paddington (PAD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
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