The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 54 m
Trains on 19 Sept
13
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 13 trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.
C4219616:301h44London Paddington (PAD)18:14Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£321One-way0 changes
C4219717:301h44London Paddington (PAD)19:14Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£321One-way0 changes
C4219415:301h53London Paddington (PAD)17:23Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£341One-way0 changes
W34707 · C4244515:002h04London Paddington (PAD)17:04Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£371One-way1 change
W34720 · Y4168517:002h04London Paddington (PAD)19:04Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£371One-way1 change
C4219616:301h44London Paddington (PAD)18:14Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£321One-way0 changes
C4219717:301h44London Paddington (PAD)19:14Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£321One-way0 changes
C4219415:301h53London Paddington (PAD)17:23Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£341One-way0 changes
C42187 · C4243910:002h03London Paddington (PAD)12:03Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£551One-way1 change
W34676 · C424389:002h04London Paddington (PAD)11:04Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)£551One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 179 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS):
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £56 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.
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
London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y15411 · C42184 · C42435 | 5:52 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h13 | 8:05 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 2 changes | |
W34671 · C42437 | 8:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 10:04 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
C42186 · C42724 | 8:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h09 | 10:39 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
W34676 · C42438 | 9:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 11:04 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
W34679 · C42725 | 9:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h07 | 11:37 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
W35066 · C42309 · C42725 | 9:32 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h05 | 11:37 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 2 changes | |
C42187 · C42439 | 10:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h03 | 12:03 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
W34707 · C42445 | 15:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 17:04 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
C42194 | On time 15:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h53 | 17:23 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42195 · C42446 | 16:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 18:04 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
C42196 | On time 16:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h44 | 18:14 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34720 · Y41685 | 17:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h04 | 19:04 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 1 change | |
C42197 | 17:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h44 | 19:14 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 19:30 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trains use the London Paddington to Nailsea & Backwell station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington 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 and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to Nailsea & Backwell from Backwell city centre
Nailsea & Backwell is 1 km from Backwell city centre. Public transport options include:
Nailsea & Backwell train station facilities and services
Nailsea & Backwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nailsea & Backwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nailsea & Backwell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nailsea & Backwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nailsea & Backwell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
