London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) train with Tfl Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 08 Jan

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

15 m

Average duration

17 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

Of the 14 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for London Paddington (PAD) every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 20 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 RailG24205
08:300h33
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
09:03London Paddington (PAD)
£151One-way
0 changes
Tfl RailG24157
08:060h27
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
08:33London Paddington (PAD)
£151One-way
0 changes
Tfl RailL23940
08:200h30
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
08:50London Paddington (PAD)
£151One-way
0 changes
Tfl RailG24182
08:150h33
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
08:48London Paddington (PAD)
£151One-way
0 changes
Tfl RailG24157
08:000h33
Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
08:33London Paddington (PAD)
£151One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 20 km

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£14

Average Price

£9

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Fastest

36m

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 00:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
tfl_railG24157
On time
08:00 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
08:33 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28990
On time
08:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h17
08:19 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railG24157
On time
08:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h27
08:33 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28993
On time
08:12 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
0h20
08:32 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railG24182
On time
08:15 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
08:48 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28993
On time
08:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h15
08:32 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railL23940
On time
08:20 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
0h30
08:50 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railG24182
On time
08:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h27
08:48 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railL23940
On time
08:25 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h25
08:50 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28996
On time
08:27 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
0h20
08:47 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railG24205
On time
08:30 Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
0h33
09:03 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28996
On time
08:32 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h15
08:47 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
heathrow_expressC28999
On time
08:42 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
0h21
09:03 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect
tfl_railG24230
On time
08:51 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
0h29
09:20 London Paddington (PAD)		0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 30 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 25m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
20 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
30
Direct trains
30
Fastest train
25m
First train
04:36
Last train
22:52
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: Tfl Rail, Heathrow Express, Tube, Elizabeth Line from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) trainsTfl Rail, Heathrow Express, Tube, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and London Paddington (PAD) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Tfl Rail

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£9
Tfl Rail frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area

Heathrow Express

About
The Heathrow Express is a train service from the United Kingdom that operates between London Heathrow Airport and Paddington Station in London. It runs every 15 minutes from 5:10am to 11:25pm, with a journey time of just 15 minutes. The train service offers two types of trains: the Express Class and the Business First Class. Express Class offers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets, while Business First Class offers extra legroom, complimentary newspapers, and complimentary refreshments. There are three types of tickets available: Single, Return, and Group. Onboard facilities include a café bar, luggage storage, and a quiet zone. The most popular routes for the Heathrow Express are London Heathrow Airport to Paddington Station, and Paddington Station to London Heathrow Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
£29
Heathrow Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one additional piece of luggage
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Drinks and snacks from trolley service
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible carriages and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free of charge. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Learn more about Heathrow Express

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£7
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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
Yes, a day trip from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington is feasible. The journey takes 25m, covering a distance of 20 km. Trains run 30 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
The cost of a train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington is not considered particularly scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas.
The train distance from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is 20 km.
The last train from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) departs at 22:52.
Booking trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between London Heathrow Airport and London Paddington (PAD). The service operates 30 times per day, provided by Tfl Rail, Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line.
There is no night train service from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
The train journey from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 25m. Trains run 30 per day.
The first train from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 4:36.
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run approximately 30 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, you can take the train from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD).
To get from London Heathrow Airport to London Paddington (PAD), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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