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

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

Showing times and prices for 06 Jan

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

22 m

Average duration

25 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

5 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

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

These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

The slowest trains will take 27 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
04:490h27
London Paddington (PAD)
05:16London Waterloo (WAT)
£81One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
07:140h22
London Paddington (PAD)
07:36London Waterloo (WAT)
£81One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
16:130h22
London Paddington (PAD)
16:35London Waterloo (WAT)
£81One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
13:190h38
London Paddington (PAD)
13:57London Waterloo (WAT)
£81One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
05:160h27
London Paddington (PAD)
05:43London Waterloo (WAT)
£81One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 5 km

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£8

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Cheapest

£10

Average Price

51m

Average total duration

Fastest

21m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 11m

Average total duration

41m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Monday 5 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
tfl_rail08:33 London Paddington (PAD)
0h22
08:55 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
tfl_rail09:41 London Paddington (PAD)
0h22
10:03 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Tuesday 6 January
tfl_rail04:57 London Paddington (PAD)
0h27
05:24 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
tfl_rail05:15 London Paddington (PAD)
1h07
06:22 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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

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Journey information

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

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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 5m.

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
5 km
Average train duration
21m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
5m
First train
00:14
Last train
21:19
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 Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsTube trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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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.
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can do a day trip from London Paddington to London Waterloo. The journey takes 5m, covering a distance of 5 km. Trains run frequently with 8 trips per day.
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Paddington to London Waterloo is primarily urban and not considered particularly scenic, as it travels through central London areas with views mostly of city buildings and infrastructure.
The cost of a train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 5m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 5 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 0:14.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 21:19.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT).
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to London Waterloo (WAT).

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