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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) 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 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 2 trains that leave Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) for London Paddington (PAD) on Fri, May 08, 2 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 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
8:54 AM2h52Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)11:46 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$611One-way0 transfers- 12:41 PM2h31Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)3:12 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$811One-way0 transfers
- 12:41 PM2h31Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)3:12 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$811One-way0 transfers
- 8:54 AM2h52Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)11:46 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m 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 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $55 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $86 (€69).
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (2h 34m by train vs 3h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€69) compared to roughly $84 (€67) 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 Great Western Railway (GWR).
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
Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:41 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 2h39 | 11:20 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:38 AM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 2h33 | 12:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:42 PM Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) | 2h28 | 9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 8:39 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) and London Paddington (PAD) from $14 (€12). 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 Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) 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.
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Popular train stations from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to London Paddington (PAD)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 18:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to both platforms via a footbridge with lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, including a Changing Places Toilet and baby changing facilities. The National Key toilets are located on platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places Toilet is open from 06:00 to 21:30. The Accessible Toilet is open 24 hours while the Male & Female toilets and baby changing facilities are open from 06:00 to 21:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle stands are located in the station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park behind the restaurant.
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TaxisAccessibilityWC
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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Information Desk- 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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