London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Tube

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

$10

Average price

$11

Fastest journey

11 m

Average duration

16 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

5 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for London Paddington (PAD) on Sat, Mar 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .

On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 31 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.

Tfl Rail
05:47AM0h13
London Waterloo (WAT)
06:00AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$101One-way
0 transfers
Tfl Rail
07:01AM0h13
London Waterloo (WAT)
07:14AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$101One-way
0 transfers
Tfl Rail
05:42AM0h11
London Waterloo (WAT)
05:53AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$101One-way
0 transfers
Tfl Rail
08:07AM0h54
London Waterloo (WAT)
09:01AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$111One-way
0 transfers
Tfl Rail
06:57AM0h11
London Waterloo (WAT)
07:08AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$111One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $13.

Distance: 3 miles (5 km)

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Bus

$11

Average price

Cheapest

$13

Average price

1h 10m

Average total duration

40m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

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Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
tfl_rail5:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h11
5:53 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
tfl_rail5:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h13
6:00 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
southeastern7:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h31
7:31 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
tfl_rail7:01 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h13
7:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
tfl_rail8:07 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h54
9:01 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) by bus or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:06. The fastest train covers the 3 miles (5 km) distance in 11m.

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
Distance
3 miles (5 km)
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
11m
First train
05:42
Last train
19:06
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

Train companies: Tube from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsTube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Paddington (PAD) from $8 (€7). 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 Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $11 (€9).
The train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 11m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 5:42 AM.
The distance by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is 3 miles (5 km).
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 7:06 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
The train journey from London Waterloo to London Paddington is not particularly scenic as it mainly passes through urban areas and industrial sites.
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to London Paddington is feasible, as the journey takes 11m and covers 3 miles (5 km). There are 6 trips per day by train.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).

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