London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£15

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

15 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

15 m

Trains on 18 Sept

34

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) 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 Slough station (SLO) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 34 trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO), including 34 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 16 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG15466
    0:480h31
    London Paddington (PAD)
    1:19Slough station (SLO)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC48263
    0:010h22
    London Paddington (PAD)
    0:23Slough station (SLO)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34937
    0:300h20
    London Paddington (PAD)
    0:50Slough station (SLO)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC48266
    1:450h28
    London Paddington (PAD)
    2:13Slough station (SLO)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC37263
    8:430h32
    London Paddington (PAD)
    9:15Slough station (SLO)
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 29 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£15

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

53m

Average total duration

Fastest

23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

1h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO):

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) costing on average £15.

The fastest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) is by train with an average journey time of 26m.

Other travel options to Slough station (SLO) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Slough station (SLO) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 26m faster (26m by train vs 52m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £19). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC48263
Delayed
23:01 0:01London Paddington (PAD)
0h22
0:23 Slough station (SLO)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34937
Delayed
23:30 0:30London Paddington (PAD)
0h20
0:50 Slough station (SLO)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15466
Delayed
23:48 0:48London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
1:19 Slough station (SLO)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34857
On time
5:05 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
5:21 Slough station (SLO)
0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371665:18 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
5:47 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371765:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
6:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371816:00 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
6:32 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371876:15 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
6:47 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG153926:23 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
6:38 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371936:33 London Paddington (PAD)
0h28
7:01 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC481956:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
6:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371986:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
7:18 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372057:00 London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
7:31 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG154017:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
7:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372127:18 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
7:48 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372217:31 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
8:03 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC481977:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
7:54 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372317:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
8:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372367:58 London Paddington (PAD)
0h35
8:33 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC481998:07 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
8:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372468:13 London Paddington (PAD)
0h35
8:48 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372568:28 London Paddington (PAD)
0h35
9:03 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC482018:36 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
8:52 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC372638:43 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
9:15 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371558:58 London Paddington (PAD)
0h35
9:33 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC482049:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h17
9:25 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371609:13 London Paddington (PAD)
0h35
9:48 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC370849:30 London Paddington (PAD)
0h33
10:03 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG154229:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
9:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC371839:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
10:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3709610:00 London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
10:31 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4820710:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
10:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3719910:18 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
10:47 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3710610:32 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
11:01 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4820910:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
10:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3721310:47 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
11:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3711311:02 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
11:34 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4821311:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
11:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3723811:47 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
12:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3712912:02 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
12:32 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1543412:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
12:24 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3724912:17 London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
12:48 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3713912:32 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
13:02 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3722316:02 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
16:34 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1543516:07 London Paddington (PAD)
0h20
16:27 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3723016:17 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
16:47 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3712316:30 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
17:02 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3723916:42 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
17:11 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3724216:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
17:18 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3708919:00 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
19:32 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3718819:18 London Paddington (PAD)
0h28
19:46 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3709819:30 London Paddington (PAD)
0h32
20:02 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1543619:38 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
19:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3720019:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h28
20:16 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3710720:02 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
20:32 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1543720:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
20:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3714022:02 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
22:31 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4825022:08 London Paddington (PAD)
0h15
22:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3726122:17 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
22:46 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3714922:32 London Paddington (PAD)
0h29
23:01 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC4825222:36 London Paddington (PAD)
0h17
22:53 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3727322:47 London Paddington (PAD)
0h30
23:17 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3493223:14 London Paddington (PAD)
0h16
23:30 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Elizabeth lineC3707823:18 London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
23:49 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
Great Western RailwayC482630:01 London Paddington (PAD)
0h22
0:23 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW349370:30 London Paddington (PAD)
0h20
0:50 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG154660:48 London Paddington (PAD)
0h31
1:19 Slough station (SLO)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO)

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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 12m.

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 £4
Distance
29 km
Average train duration
26m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
12m
First train
4:05
Last train
23:34
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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 £4

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Slough station (SLO) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
15m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£15
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

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 Elizabeth line Duration
27m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£10
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

Elizabeth Line (TfL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth Line (TfL) Duration
25m
Cheapest Elizabeth Line (TfL) Price
£11
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
15 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
15m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£22
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 15m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) is 29 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) leaves at 4:05.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) departs at 23:34.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Paddington (PAD) and Slough station (SLO). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO).
The cheapest way to get from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) 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 Slough is primarily urban and suburban, offering limited scenic views compared to more rural routes. Passengers can expect glimpses of cityscapes and residential areas along the way.
Yes, a day trip from London Paddington to Slough is feasible. The journey takes 15m, covering 29 km, with a frequency of 5 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Slough station (SLO)

Most London Paddington (PAD) to Slough station (SLO) trains use the London Paddington to Slough station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Slough station (SLO) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Slough
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · £4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · £21 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · £4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · £2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · £4 · every ~65 min

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.

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