London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$45

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$46

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 19 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 22 m

Trains on Sep 20

16

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 16 trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY), including 15 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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 RailwayC00848
    11:44 AM1h23
    London Paddington (PAD)
    1:07 PMCharlbury station (CBY)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15433
    8:38 AM1h25
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:03 AMCharlbury station (CBY)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC00799
    7:36 AM1h27
    London Paddington (PAD)
    9:03 AMCharlbury station (CBY)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15436
    10:44 AM1h23
    London Paddington (PAD)
    12:07 PMCharlbury station (CBY)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC00849
    9:38 AM1h25
    London Paddington (PAD)
    11:03 AMCharlbury station (CBY)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $52.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$52

Average price

$20

Average price

Cheapest

$42

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 48m

Average total duration

3h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 50m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) is a bus with an average price of $20.

This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY):

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) costing on average $52.

The fastest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to Charlbury station (CBY) take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Charlbury station (CBY) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) 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 39m sooner (1h 11m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $52 compared to roughly $42 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, Great Western Railway (GWR).

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

London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) train times

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

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY15435
On time
6:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h09
8:01 PM Charlbury station (CBY)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY15437
On time
7:50 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h11
9:01 PM Charlbury station (CBY)
0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42407
On time
9:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h14
11:06 PM Charlbury station (CBY)
0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 20
Great Western RailwayC007997:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h27
9:03 AM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154338:38 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h25
10:03 AM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC008499:38 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h25
11:03 AM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY1543610:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
12:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC0084811:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
1:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysL38556+Great Western RailwayC00801+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Marylebone11:50 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h17
2:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC0080112:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
2:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC007981:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
3:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154432:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
4:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC001643:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
5:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY154454:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
6:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC332025:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1h23
7:07 PM Charlbury station (CBY)0 transfersDirect

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY)

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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 1m.

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 $6
Distance
61 miles (99 km)
Average train duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$18
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 1m
First train
4:53 AM
Last train
9:51 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
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 $6

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Charlbury station (CBY) from $6. 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
1h 5m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$18
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
$67
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) 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 Charlbury station (CBY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $18, while the average price is around $52.
The train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) takes 1h 1m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) leaves at 4:53 AM.
The distance by train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) is 61 miles (99 km).
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) leaves at 9:51 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY).
Yes, there is a direct train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY).
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) is by bus, with a cost of around $6.
The train journey from London Paddington to Charlbury is considered scenic as it passes through the picturesque Cotswolds, offering views of rolling countryside, charming villages, and historic landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Paddington to Charlbury. The journey takes 1h 1m, with a distance of 61 miles (99 km). There are 6 trains available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY).
Since neither London Paddington (PAD) nor Charlbury station (CBY) 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 Charlbury station (CBY) include London, Isleworth, Oxford, Burton-on-Trent, Honeybourne.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY) 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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Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Charlbury station (CBY)

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

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Charlbury
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · $2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · $5 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · $28 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · $5 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · $2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · $5 · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

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