The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Luton Airport for London Paddington (PAD) on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.










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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Live departures
London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:21 AM London Luton Airport | 1h08 | 12:29 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:48 PM London Luton Airport | 1h09 | 7:57 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:53 PM London Luton Airport | 1h21 | 11:14 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 7:19 AM London Luton Airport | 1h12 | 8:31 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) by bus or train
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Why should you book London Luton Airport to London Paddington trains with Omio?
Thameslink as well as East Midlands Trains offer trains services from London Luton Airport to London Paddington. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Luton Airport to London Paddington.
Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from London Luton Airport to London Paddington.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Thameslink tickets can be bought on Thameslink's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from London Luton Airport to London Paddington.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Luton Airport to London Paddington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 03:23 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Trains from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between London Luton Airport and London Paddington (PAD) from $11 (€9). 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 London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport 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.

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