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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
54 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
56 m
Trains on 08 Sept
6
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) you need to make at least one change.
C04209+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington7:590h55Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)8:54London Paddington (PAD)£161One-way1 change- C04212+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:280h54Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:22London Paddington (PAD)£161One-way1 change
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C382508:300h57Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:27London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change- C10082+C368748:041h04Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:08London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change
- W45524+C371608:160h57Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:13London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change
- C04212+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:280h54Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:22London Paddington (PAD)£161One-way1 change
- C04209+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington7:590h55Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)8:54London Paddington (PAD)£161One-way1 change
- W32958+C382508:300h57Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:27London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change
- W45524+C371608:160h57Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)9:13London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change
- W32949+C371558:000h58Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)8:58London Paddington (PAD)£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD):
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average £17.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 21m.
The journey is about 11m faster (46m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£17 vs £41). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:27 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h54 | 6:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:27 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h54 | 7:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:28 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h53 | 8:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:28 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0h53 | 9:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:46 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h00 | 11:46 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:46 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h00 | 13:46 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:50 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 1h04 | 19:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD)
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Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:44, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 47m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 1:44 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Thameslink, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD)
Most Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Luton to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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