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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 36 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for London Heathrow Airport on Sat, Aug 29, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
C373578:36 AM0h24London Paddington (PAD)9:00 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$231One-way0 transfers- C373478:06 AM0h24London Paddington (PAD)8:30 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$231One-way0 transfers
- C373578:36 AM0h30London Paddington (PAD)9:06 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)$231One-way0 transfers
- C373478:06 AM0h30London Paddington (PAD)8:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)$231One-way0 transfers
- C369908:09 AM0h28London Paddington (PAD)8:37 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$231One-way0 transfers
W105938:10 AM0h15London Paddington (PAD)8:25 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$401One-way0 transfers- W1064412:25 PM0h15London Paddington (PAD)12:40 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$401One-way0 transfers
- W1064112:10 PM0h15London Paddington (PAD)12:25 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$401One-way0 transfers
- W107045:25 PM0h15London Paddington (PAD)5:40 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$401One-way0 transfers
- W107015:10 PM0h15London Paddington (PAD)5:25 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $28.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 2m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (24m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $28 compared to roughly $24 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 Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL).
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 London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C37347 | 8:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h30 | 8:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37347 | 8:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h24 | 8:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C36990 | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h28 | 8:37 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10593 | 8:10 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h21 | 8:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10593 | 8:10 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h15 | 8:25 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37001 | 8:24 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h28 | 8:52 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10596 | 8:25 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h21 | 8:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10596 | 8:25 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h15 | 8:40 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37357 | 8:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h30 | 9:06 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37357 | 8:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h24 | 9:00 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10599 | 8:40 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h21 | 9:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W10602 | 8:55 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h21 | 9:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Heathrow Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Heathrow Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth line, Tube or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Virail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth line, Tube or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 32 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 4:03 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport trainsElizabeth line, Heathrow Express trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and London Heathrow Airport from $10. 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 Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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