Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Great Western Railway

Sat, Sep 19
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€23

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€42

Fastest journey on Sep 19

37 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

37 m

Trains on Sep 19

107

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot Parkway (DID) 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 Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 107 trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD), including 107 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 37 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.

  • Great Western RailwayC42154
    5:28 PM0h37
    Didcot Parkway (DID)
    6:05 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC42663
    5:38 PM1h14
    Didcot Parkway (DID)
    6:52 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW35238
    5:21 PM0h38
    Didcot Parkway (DID)
    5:59 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW34514
    5:57 PM0h38
    Didcot Parkway (DID)
    6:35 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayW35197
    6:07 PM0h44
    Didcot Parkway (DID)
    6:51 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €231One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €49.

Distance: 45 miles (74 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€49

Average price

€8

Average price

Cheapest

€31

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

51m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD):

A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average €49.

The fastest way to travel from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 51m.

Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Didcot Parkway (DID) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 45m sooner (51m by train vs 1h 36m by car). Tickets start at around €49 compared to roughly €31 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.

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

Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG1491410:59 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h00
11:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34931
On time
11:20 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h52
12:12 AM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC47923
On time
11:26 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h02
12:28 AM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34531
On time
11:49 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h50
12:39 AM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Saturday, September 19
Great Western RailwayW3539412:24 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h59
1:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426545:47 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h04
6:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW348526:04 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
6:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478606:17 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h10
7:27 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344576:27 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
7:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351586:35 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
7:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478616:38 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h12
7:50 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW348546:43 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
7:22 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344596:57 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
7:37 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478627:08 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
8:21 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345357:19 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h41
8:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344617:28 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
8:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478637:35 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h16
8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353567:44 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
8:22 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344637:56 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
8:35 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478648:08 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h12
9:20 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC422998:21 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
8:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344658:28 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h42
9:10 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478658:38 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
9:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353598:45 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
9:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344688:56 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
9:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC422889:05 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478669:06 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
10:20 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423009:21 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
10:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344709:27 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
10:07 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478689:38 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
10:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353619:46 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h41
10:27 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421479:57 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h42
10:39 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4787010:09 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h12
11:21 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3486810:15 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h41
10:56 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3522410:21 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3447510:27 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
11:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4787210:38 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h16
11:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3536310:45 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
11:24 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3453910:50 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h45
11:35 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4214810:59 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
11:37 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3517711:07 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h42
11:49 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4266011:08 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
12:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4214911:27 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4787511:40 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h12
12:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3536611:45 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
12:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3448411:57 AM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
12:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3454112:05 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
12:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4787712:13 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h07
1:20 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3522812:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
12:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3448612:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
1:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4266112:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h16
1:54 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3536812:47 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
1:26 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC4215012:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
1:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345431:06 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
1:45 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478811:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h17
2:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352301:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
2:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344911:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
2:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478841:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
2:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353701:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
2:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344941:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
2:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478862:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h15
3:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352322:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
2:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34497
On time
2:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
3:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478882:37 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
3:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353722:44 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
3:22 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW344992:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
3:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478903:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
4:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423013:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
4:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345013:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
4:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478933:37 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
4:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353753:44 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
4:22 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421513:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
4:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351914:04 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h40
4:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478954:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
5:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345064:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
5:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC478984:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h12
5:50 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353774:43 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h41
5:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421534:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352385:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
5:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421545:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
6:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426635:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
6:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353805:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
6:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345145:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
6:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW351976:07 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h44
6:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC479046:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
7:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352406:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
6:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345166:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
7:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC479076:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
7:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353826:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
7:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345186:57 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
7:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426647:06 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h15
8:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34520
On time
7:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
8:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC479097:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
8:51 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353867:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
8:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345227:56 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
8:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426658:06 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h14
9:20 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352438:22 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
8:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426668:38 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h18
9:56 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423688:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC421568:56 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC479159:08 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h13
10:21 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW352459:21 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h39
10:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC426679:35 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
1h15
10:50 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC422979:37 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
10:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW353919:45 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
10:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3540410:00 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h37
10:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3492710:16 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h56
11:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3524810:28 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h38
11:06 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3539310:50 PM Didcot Parkway (DID)
0h59
11:49 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
45 miles (74 km)
Average train duration
51m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
36m
First train
4:50 AM
Last train
10:52 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
4 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth line trains will get you between Didcot Parkway (DID) and London Paddington (PAD) from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
36m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€31
Great Western Railway frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Great Western Railway

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
€45
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot Parkway (DID) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €31, while the average price is around €49.
The train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 36m and runs 14 per day.
The distance by train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) is 45 miles (74 km).
The first train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 4:50 AM.
The last train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 10:52 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD). This service operates 14 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around €5.
The train journey from Didcot Parkway to London Paddington primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with some views of the countryside, making it moderately scenic but not particularly known for stunning landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Didcot Parkway to London Paddington is feasible. The journey takes 36m, covers 45 miles (74 km), and there are 6 trains available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD).
Since neither Didcot Parkway (DID) nor London Paddington (PAD) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Paddington (PAD) include Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford, Swindon, Slough.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD)

Most Didcot Parkway (DID) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Didcot Parkway to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Didcot Parkway (DID) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Didcot
Arrival train stations in London
Didcot ParkwayDidcot Parkway station, Station Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire, OX11 7NR+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesStation forecourt.

Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services

Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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Return journeys for trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Didcot Parkway (DID)
Tickets and more information for trains to London Paddington (PAD)

Most popular trains to and from London Paddington (PAD) and Didcot Parkway (DID)

Train Glasgow Central (GLC) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Train London Luton Airport - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Train Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Birmingham New Street (BHM) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Gatwick Airport (GTW) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train London Gatwick Airport - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Cardiff Central (CDF)
Train Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train London Waterloo (WAT) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Bath Spa (BTH) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Exeter Central (EXC) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Leeds station (LDS) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train London Euston (EUS) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Cardiff Central (CDF) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train London Heathrow Airport - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Bath Spa (BTH)
Train Liverpool Central (LVC) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train London St Pancras International (STP) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Oxford station (OXF) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Southampton Central (SOU) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) - London Paddington (PAD)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Train Didcot Parkway (DID) - Exeter St Davids (EXD)
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