Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 13 Aug

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

33 m

Average duration

37 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading West (RDW) 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 Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

To travel from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) you need to make at least one change.

  • South Western RailwayL80769+Great Western RailwayC03070+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
    15:502h23
    Reading West (RDW)
    18:13London Paddington (PAD)
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC03067+South Western RailwayL80760+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
    15:222h19
    Reading West (RDW)
    17:41London Paddington (PAD)
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC03080+South Western RailwayL80805+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
    17:452h31
    Reading West (RDW)
    20:16London Paddington (PAD)
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC03077+South Western RailwayL80796+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
    17:232h23
    Reading West (RDW)
    19:46London Paddington (PAD)
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC03070+South Western RailwayL80769+London OvergroundG58971+TubeTube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington
    15:502h21
    Reading West (RDW)
    18:11London Paddington (PAD)
    £161One-way
    4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 57 km

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£26

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2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

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Live departures

Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC03041 · G15120
On time
9:43 Reading West (RDW)
0h43
10:26 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC48302 · G15036
On time
9:53 Reading West (RDW)
0h36
10:29 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03042 · W3486710:15 Reading West (RDW)
0h37
10:52 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayC03042+South Western RailwayL80670+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington10:15 Reading West (RDW)
2h26
12:41 London Paddington (PAD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48304 · W35121
On time
10:35 Reading West (RDW)
0h37
11:12 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03045 · G14921
On time
10:53 Reading West (RDW)
0h35
11:28 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03045+South Western RailwayL80679+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington10:53 Reading West (RDW)
2h18
13:11 London Paddington (PAD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC03047 · W34872
On time
11:15 Reading West (RDW)
0h37
11:52 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03052 · W34877
On time
12:20 Reading West (RDW)
0h34
12:54 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03052+South Western RailwayL80706+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
On time
12:20 Reading West (RDW)
2h21
14:41 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48308 · W35367
On time
12:39 Reading West (RDW)
0h46
13:25 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC48308+South Western RailwayL80715+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington12:39 Reading West (RDW)
2h32
15:11 London Paddington (PAD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC03055 · W35182
On time
12:59 Reading West (RDW)
0h46
13:45 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03057 · W35229
On time
13:17 Reading West (RDW)
0h42
13:59 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03057+South Western RailwayL80724+London OvergroundG58925 · L22431
On time
13:17 Reading West (RDW)
2h23
15:40 London Paddington (PAD)
4 changes
Great Western RailwayC03057+South Western RailwayL80724+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
On time
13:17 Reading West (RDW)
2h24
15:41 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48310 · G15046
On time
13:33 Reading West (RDW)
0h39
14:12 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03060 · W34572
On time
13:52 Reading West (RDW)
0h37
14:29 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03060+South Western RailwayL80733+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington
On time
13:52 Reading West (RDW)
2h19
16:11 London Paddington (PAD)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC03072 · W35141
On time
16:14 Reading West (RDW)
0h40
16:54 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC48317 · G15049
On time
16:34 Reading West (RDW)
0h38
17:12 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03075 · W35144
On time
16:45 Reading West (RDW)
0h39
17:24 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03077 · W35237
On time
17:23 Reading West (RDW)
0h36
17:59 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC48318 · W35435
On time
17:34 Reading West (RDW)
0h39
18:13 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03080 · W34589
On time
17:45 Reading West (RDW)
0h39
18:24 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC03082 · W35148
On time
18:16 Reading West (RDW)
0h42
18:58 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Trains from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 37m.

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 £9
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
37m
First train
5:27
Last train
21:53
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £9

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading West (RDW) and London Paddington (PAD) from £9. 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 Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
£29
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£16
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
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
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
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 Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£22
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
10 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
41 a day

FAQs: Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading West (RDW) 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 Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 37m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) is 57 km.
The first train from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 5:27.
The last train from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) departs at 21:53.
Trains from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading West (RDW) and London Paddington (PAD). The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Reading West (RDW) 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 Reading West to London Paddington offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery, passing through towns like Maidenhead and Slough, with occasional glimpses of the River Thames and countryside areas.
A day trip from Reading West to London Paddington is not feasible as the journey takes 37m. Trains run 7 times per day over a distance of 57 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading West (RDW) to London Paddington (PAD).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Reading West (RDW) and London Paddington (PAD)

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

Departure train stations in Reading
Arrival train stations in London
Reading WestReading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PYParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre

Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainReading - Basingstoke, Reading - Newbury, Reading - Bedwyn, London Paddington - Bedwyn · 2m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bus15, 15a, 16, 17, 91, 85, 88, 93, 43 · 4m · £2 · every ~49 min

Reading West train station facilities and services

Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Reading West.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Reading West.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Reading West: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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: No.

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