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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$29
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$31
Fastest journey on Oct 10
57 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
57 m
Trains on Oct 10
86
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) without transferring at least once.
C02623+
C373768:36 AM1h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:36 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer- W45653+C385358:19 AM1h09Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:28 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- W45731+C385548:46 AM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:43 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- W45700+C385188:16 AM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:13 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- C02716+C384575:16 PM0h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:15 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- W45731+C385548:46 AM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:43 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- W45700+C385188:16 AM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)9:13 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- C02656+C373515:06 PM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:03 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- C02646+C373615:36 PM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:33 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
- C02719+C383295:46 AM0h57Gatwick Airport (GTW)6:43 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$291One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 37m.
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 $7 (€5)
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 $7 (€5)
Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W45477+C38337 | 5:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 6:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G28256+C37205 | 5:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h11 | 7:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
 C82774+G28256+C37205 | On time 5:50 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h10 | 7:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
C82774+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 5:50 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h11 | 7:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45420+C37328 | On time 6:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 7:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45398+C38378 | On time 6:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 7:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32870+C38405 | On time 6:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h10 | 7:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C83034+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 6:28 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 7:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45541+C37343 | On time 6:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 7:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
 G77240+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 6:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 7:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45465+C38434 | 6:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 7:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45605+C38475 | 7:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 8:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45437+C37246 | 7:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 8:13 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32879+C37256 | On time 7:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 8:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C83038+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 7:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 8:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45606+C38540 | 7:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 8:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45490+C37263 | 7:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 8:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32902+C37155 | On time 7:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 8:58 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C83042+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 7:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 9:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45602+C38208 | 8:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h58 | 9:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45435+C37160 | On time 8:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:13 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32874+C37084 | On time 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h11 | 9:30 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C83047+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h05 | 9:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45403+C37299 | 8:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:33 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G77256+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 9:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45478+C38283 | 8:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 9:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32906+C37096 | On time 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h11 | 10:00 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45413+C37315 | 9:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 10:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G77261+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 9:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 10:13 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45424+C38339 | On time 9:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 10:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32875+C38356 | On time 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 10:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G88051+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 9:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 10:30 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45535+C37329 | 9:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45479+C38380 | 9:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 10:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32895+C38397 | 9:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 10:58 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26393+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 9:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h05 | 11:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45375+C37340 | 10:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 11:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45428+C38422 | On time 10:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 11:13 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32871+C38436 | On time 10:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 11:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26396+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 10:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 11:30 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45553+C37352 | On time 10:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 11:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45493+C38461 | 10:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 11:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G28257+C38478 | 10:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 11:58 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26400+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 10:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 12:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45548+C37363 | On time 11:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45425+C38505 | On time 11:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32938+C38520 | 11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 12:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26403+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h07 | 12:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45521+C37372 | 11:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45467+C38542 | 11:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 12:43 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G28258+C38556 | 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 12:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26407+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 11:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 1:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45565+C37382 | 12:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 1:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45434+C38581 | On time 12:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 1:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32926+C38203 | 12:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 1:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26410+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 12:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 1:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45534+C37282 | 12:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 1:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45474+C38228 | 12:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 1:43 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32931+C38243 | 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 1:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26414+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 12:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 2:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45372+C37296 | 1:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 2:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45432+C38264 | On time 1:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 2:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G28259+C38286 | 1:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 2:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26417+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 1:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 2:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45536+C37309 | On time 1:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 2:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45476+C38307 | 1:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 2:43 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32925+C38325 | 1:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 2:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26421+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 1:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h04 | 3:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45573+C37322 | 2:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 3:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45423+C38349 | On time 2:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 3:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G28272+C38593 | 5:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 6:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G77325+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 5:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h03 | 6:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45429+C37159 | On time 5:16 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h59 | 6:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45380+C36884 | On time 5:23 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h02 | 6:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26445+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 5:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h05 | 6:31 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45417+C37292 | On time 5:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 6:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45572+C37353 | 8:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G77348+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h08 | 9:18 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C82464+W45496+C38473 | 8:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h08 | 9:21 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| C82464+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32918+C38483 | On time 8:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:28 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26487+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45540+C37364 | On time 8:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 9:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45469+C38508 | 8:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h57 | 9:43 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32909+C38525 | On time 8:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 9:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26471+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 8:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 10:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45531+C37373 | 9:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 10:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45374+C36896 | 10:36 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 11:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45466+C37086 | 10:46 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 11:46 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32936+C38262 | 10:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 11:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G26483+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 10:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h09 | 12:05 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45550+C38268 | On time 11:06 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h00 | 12:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G77366+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 11:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h06 | 12:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
| W45514+C37304 | 4:20 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h34 | 5:54 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C02606+C38282 | 4:41 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h18 | 5:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| C02601+C37314 | 5:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h05 | 6:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
44m
Cheapest Southern Price
$23 (€20)
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thameslink Duration
37m
Cheapest Thameslink Price
$21 (€17)
Thameslink frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Gatwick Express
About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gatwick Express Duration
48m
Cheapest Gatwick Express Price
$27 (€22)
Gatwick Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.
Tube
About
The "Tube" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed "the Tube" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tube Duration
54m
Cheapest Tube Price
$26 (€22)
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.
London Overground
About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London Overground Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest London Overground Price
$27 (€22)
London Overground frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger
FAQs: Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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.
Train ticket prices from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $32 (€26).
The train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 37m and runs 13 per day.
The first train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 1:45 AM.
The distance by train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) is 24 miles (40 km).
The last train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 11:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD).
There is no direct train service currently available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD).
The train journey from Gatwick Airport to London Paddington is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with limited views of notable landscapes or landmarks.
Yes, you can take the train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to London Paddington (PAD).
Popular day trips by train from London Paddington (PAD) include Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford, Swindon, Slough.
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.
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