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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Showing times and prices for Jun 22
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
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 $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) without transferring at least 2 times.
W45520+
Luton Dart+
C382788:35 AM1h07London Luton Airport (LUA)9:42 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:17 PM1h04London Luton Airport (LUA)1:21 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers- C04215+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:47 AM1h04London Luton Airport (LUA)9:51 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- C04212+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:17 AM1h05London Luton Airport (LUA)9:22 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- C10096+C38270+Luton Dart8:23 AM1h16London Luton Airport (LUA)9:39 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- C04238+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:17 PM1h04London Luton Airport (LUA)1:21 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- C04215+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:47 AM1h04London Luton Airport (LUA)9:51 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- C04212+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:17 AM1h05London Luton Airport (LUA)9:22 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- W45520+Luton Dart+C382788:35 AM1h07London Luton Airport (LUA)9:42 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
- W45382+Luton Dart+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:21 PM1h13London Luton Airport (LUA)1:34 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$411One-way2 transfers
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 $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is a bus with an average price of $21 (€17).
This is compared to other travel options from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $40 (€33).
The fastest way to travel from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 56m.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 9m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from London Luton Airport 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 7m faster (56m by train vs 1h 3m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€33) vs $55 (€45)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luton Dart+TL507500 · X64119+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:01 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h03 | 10:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL507400 · G88778+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:33 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h06 | 10:39 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL507300 · X64118+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 9:01 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h03 | 11:04 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL507200 · G88792+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 9:33 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 11:38 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL507100 · X64117+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 10:01 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h07 | 12:08 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL507000 · G88806+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 10:33 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 12:38 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506900 · X64116+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 11:01 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 1:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506800 · G26831+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 11:33 AM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h04 | 1:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506700 · X64115+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:01 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h04 | 2:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506600 · G88834+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 12:33 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 2:38 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506500 · X64114+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 1:01 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 3:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506400 · C92884+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 1:33 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h05 | 3:38 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506300 · X64113+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 2:01 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h06 | 4:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506200 · C92898+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 2:33 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h00 | 4:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506100 · X64112+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 3:01 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 1h59 | 5:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL506000 · C92912+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 3:33 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h00 | 5:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL505900 · X64111+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 4:01 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h03 | 6:04 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| Luton Dart+TL505800 · C92926+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 4:33 PM London Luton Airport (LUA) | 2h00 | 6:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
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Thameslink as well as East Midlands Railway offer trains services from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
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Trains from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 56m.
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 $11 (€9)
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 $11 (€9)
Train companies: Thameslink, East Midlands Railway from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) trainsThameslink, East Midlands Railway 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.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€32)
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day 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 Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
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
Complete guide to London Paddington
Things to do in London Paddington
Discover the best of London Paddington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Paddington trip today.
- Recommended
The Wallace Collection
National museum in Hertford House with outstanding French 18th-century art, armor, and decorative arts. A refined, centrally located collection popular with both locals and visitors.
- Recommended
Serpentine South Gallery
Major contemporary gallery in a former tea pavilion in Kensington Gardens, noted for ambitious exhibitions and the annual architecture pavilion program.
- Must visit
Little Venice
Picturesque canal area with waterside walks, houseboats, and junction views where the Regent's Canal meets the Grand Union Canal. One of the prettiest local areas near Paddington.
- Must visit
Hyde Park
One of London's great royal parks, ideal for long walks, lakeside views, and major landmarks. Essential open space close to Paddington.
- Must visit
Kensington Gardens
Elegant royal park adjoining Hyde Park, home to broad avenues, statues, and palace grounds. A classic West London walking area.
Full English Breakfast
A classic plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast. It is one of London's most familiar traditional meals.
Fish And Chips
Battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. It is a long-standing British comfort food found across London.
Sunday Roast
Roast meat with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding. It is a beloved British pub tradition, especially on Sundays.
The Frontline Club
A respected Paddington venue with a restaurant and bar, offering modern British cooking in a refined, club-like atmosphere.
The Victoria, Paddington
A well-known traditional pub near Paddington Station serving British classics, ales, and Sunday roasts in a historic setting.
Sawyers Arms
A long-established Paddington pub popular for hearty British fare, fish and chips, pies, and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Pound sterling
London Paddington is expensive for most visitors. Hotels, dining, and transport cost more than in many UK cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- GBP 8-15 for takeaway or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- GBP 20-40 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- GBP 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- GBP 3-5 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for pubs. Round up taxis or add about 10%. Hotel porters: GBP 1-2 per bag.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- GBP 2.80
- Day pass
- GBP 8.90
To the city center
London Paddington -> Charing Cross, London
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless bank cards and mobile payments are accepted on London Underground and most buses; buses do not accept cash.
- Use TfL Go or Oyster/contactless fare capping to avoid paying more than the daily cap for travel.
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.
Train ticket prices from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€24), while the average price is around $40 (€33).
The train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) takes 56m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 6:18 AM.
The distance by train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is 26 miles (43 km).
The last train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around $11 (€9).
The train journey from London Luton Airport to London Paddington is generally not considered scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban landscapes, with views of residential areas and industrial sites rather than notable natural scenery.
Yes, a day trip from London Luton Airport to London Paddington is feasible with a travel time of 56m and a distance of 26 miles (43 km). There are 7 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Luton Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
Since neither London Luton Airport 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 bus as it is the most popular way to get from London Luton Airport 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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