The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) for London Paddington (PAD) on Sat, Nov 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y07015+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | On time 6:13 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h58 | 7:11 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y36989+ P07965 | On time 6:16 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h57 | 7:13 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y07302+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | On time 6:28 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h53 | 7:21 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y36177+ Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington | On time 6:34 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h09 | 7:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y36993+ Tube from Farringdon to London Paddington | On time 6:46 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h00 | 7:46 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
Y36651+ P06622 | On time 6:58 AM Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h55 | 7:53 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:41, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 03:41 |
Last train 19:28 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD) from $6 (€4). 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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.
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