Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Elizabeth line

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$22

Fastest journey on Sep 20

30 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

30 m

Trains on Sep 20

55

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 55 trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD), including 55 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 31 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.

  • Elizabeth lineC37901
    7:33 AM0h33
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    8:06 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC35319
    7:03 AM0h31
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    7:34 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC35310
    6:03 AM0h30
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    6:33 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC37925
    8:03 AM0h33
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    8:36 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC37981
    9:04 AM0h33
    Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
    9:37 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $24.

Distance: 12 miles (20 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$21

Average price

Cheapest

$24

Average price

$23

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

53m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Elizabeth line

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) is a train with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD):

A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 33m.

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

Bus takes on average 1h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 20m faster (33m by train vs 53m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 vs $23). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Elizabeth line.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Elizabeth lineC376055:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
6:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376355:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h34
6:19 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376546:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
6:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376826:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h34
6:49 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376996:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
7:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377246:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h34
7:19 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377427:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
7:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377677:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h34
7:49 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377857:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC378007:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC378248:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374028:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374298:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374498:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374769:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374959:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC375229:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h35
10:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 20
Elizabeth lineC353106:03 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h30
6:33 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC353146:33 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h30
7:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC353197:03 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h31
7:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC379017:33 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:06 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC379258:03 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
8:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC379498:34 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:07 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC379819:04 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
9:37 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC380149:34 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
10:07 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3764110:00 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
10:33 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3765910:15 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
10:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3768710:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
11:03 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3770310:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
11:18 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3772911:00 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
11:33 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3774611:15 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
11:48 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3777211:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
12:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3778911:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
12:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3781212:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
12:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3738912:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
12:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3741512:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC3743412:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
1:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374611:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
1:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374821:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
1:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC375091:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
2:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC375281:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
2:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC375542:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
2:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC375752:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
2:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376032:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
3:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376232:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
3:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376533:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
3:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376703:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
3:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC376973:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
4:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377143:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
4:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377404:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
4:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377574:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
4:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377834:30 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
5:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC377984:45 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
5:18 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC378235:00 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
5:33 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Elizabeth lineC374005:15 PM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
5:48 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 29m.

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 $18
Distance
12 miles (20 km)
Average train duration
33m
Cheapest ticket price
$19
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
29m
First train
4:30 AM
Last train
10:47 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 $18

Train companies: Elizabeth line from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsElizabeth line trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) and London Paddington (PAD) from $18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
29m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
$19
Elizabeth line frequency
6 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
Family area

FAQs: Trains from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19, while the average price is around $21.
The train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 29m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 4:30 AM.
The distance by train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) is 12 miles (20 km).
The last train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 10:47 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD). This service operates 9 times per day, provided by Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around $18.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 4 to London Paddington is not particularly scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas without notable landmarks or picturesque landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Heathrow Terminal 4 to London Paddington is feasible. The journey takes 29m, covers 12 miles (20 km), and trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) to London Paddington (PAD).
Since neither Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF) 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.

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