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

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 09 Sept

Cheapest price on 09 Sept

£8

Average ticket price on 09 Sept

£8

Fastest journey on 09 Sept

13 m

Average journey duration on 09 Sept

50 m

Trains on 09 Sept

5

Distance

5 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast trains

On Wed 09 Sept, we found 5 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD), including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.

  • Elizabeth line
    8:090h55
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    9:04London Paddington (PAD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth line
    6:031h00
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:03London Paddington (PAD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth line
    5:031h00
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:03London Paddington (PAD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth line
    5:520h13
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:05London Paddington (PAD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth line
    5:571h01
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:58London Paddington (PAD)
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £10.

Distance: 5 km

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Coach

£8

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Cheapest

£10

Average Price

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

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Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

42m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is a train with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD):

A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £10.

The fastest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:

Coach takes on average 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP86883+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
5:36 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:12 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP87408+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
5:41 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:17 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP86597+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
5:43 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:19 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP86890+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
5:51 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:27 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP87883+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
5:55 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:31 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP85754+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
6:06 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:42 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP85309+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
6:08 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:44 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP87667+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
6:12 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:48 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP87410+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
6:16 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h37
6:53 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change
SoutheasternP86911+TubeTube from London Charing Cross to London Paddington
On time
6:21 London Waterloo East (WAE)
0h36
6:57 London Paddington (PAD)		1 change

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Journey information

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

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 15:12. The fastest train covers the 5 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
Distance
5 km
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
12m
First train
4:42
Last train
15:12
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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 Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsTube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Paddington (PAD) 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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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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
The cost of a train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is 5 km.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 4:42.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) departs at 15:12.
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
To get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Waterloo to London Paddington is not particularly scenic as it primarily travels through urban areas, focusing on the practical connection between these two major stations rather than picturesque views.
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to London Paddington is feasible, with a journey time of 12m, a distance of 5 km, and a train frequency of 6 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Paddington (PAD).

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