The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
9:30 AM2h08London Paddington (PAD)11:38 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$371One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM2h08London Paddington (PAD)2:08 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$381One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM2h10London Paddington (PAD)3:40 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$551One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM2h06London Paddington (PAD)5:06 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$751One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM2h06London Paddington (PAD)5:06 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$751One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM2h08London Paddington (PAD)11:38 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$371One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM2h08London Paddington (PAD)2:08 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$381One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM2h10London Paddington (PAD)3:40 PMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS):
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) costing on average $71 (€57).
Other travel options to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
The journey is about 45m faster (1h 52m by train vs 2h 37m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($71 (€57) vs $78 (€62)). 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 Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P29883 | On time 2:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h52 | 4:22 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22656 · P22990 | On time 3:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 5:06 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 transfer | |
P29889 | On time 3:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h54 | 5:24 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P29892 · P22991 | On time 4:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 6:06 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 transfer | |
P29895 | On time 4:30 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h54 | 6:24 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P29899 · P22992 | On time 5:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 7:29 AM |
Last train 10:03 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) from $29 (€24). 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: access road
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close
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