- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$185
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$185
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
613 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paderborn to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paderborn to London will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Paderborn to London, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 613 km distance in an average of 8 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 47 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 47 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paderborn to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $156 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $156, while a train costs an average of $364.
Distance: 380 miles (613 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$364 Average price | $156 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 6m Average total duration 19h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 9m 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 Paderborn to London:
A bus is $207 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paderborn to London costing on average $364.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 36m.
You'll arrive about 2h 16m sooner (6h 53m by train vs 9h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $364 compared to roughly $108 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Paderborn to London trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:12 AM Paderborn | 6h45 | 1:57 PM London | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Paderborn | 6h45 | 3:57 PM London | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:16 PM Paderborn | 6h41 | 7:57 PM London | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:12 PM Paderborn | 18h45 | 11:57 AM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:12 PM Paderborn | 15h45 | 11:57 AM London | 3 transfers |
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Trains from Paderborn to London run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 but you can travel from only $84 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 380 miles (613 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 380 miles (613 km) |
Average train duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paderborn to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paderborn to London trains use the Paderborn Hbf to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Paderborn and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paderborn Hbf is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Hbf 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 options include: Koya Kitchen, Café Central, Moso Sushi & Grill, Waffel Dream
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Hbf. ATMs are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Hbf. Information desks are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Haus Irma, Südhotel.
Paderborn Kasseler Tor 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 options include: Balthasar, Café Röhren, Xinh City, Cherusker Klause
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. ATMs are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Information desks are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Kasseler Tor.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Haus Irma.
Paderborn Nord is 1 km from Paderborn city centre. Public transport options include:
Paderborn Nord 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 options include: Cafeteria, Café Röhren, Cherusker Klause, Haci Baba
Wi-Fi is available at Paderborn Nord. ATMs are available at Paderborn Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Paderborn Nord. Information desks are available at Paderborn Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Paderborn Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paderborn Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paderborn Nord.
Nearby hotels include Aspethera, Zur Mühle, Arthotel Ana Fleur, Cherusker Hof.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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