Train Services that depart from Paddington Station in London

London Paddington Station is a major railway terminus in London, offering a variety of train services operated by different companies. Below is an overview of the primary services departing from Paddington, including their frequencies and key stops en route to their destinations.

1. Great Western Railway (GWR) Services

GWR operates the majority of services from Paddington, connecting London with destinations in the west and southwest of England, as well as South Wales.

• London to Reading and Oxford:
  • Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Ealing Broadway, Slough, Maidenhead, Reading, Didcot Parkway, Oxford.
• London to Bristol Temple Meads:
  • Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Reading, Didcot Parkway, Swindon, Chippenham, Bath Spa, Bristol Temple Meads.
• London to Cardiff Central:
  • Frequency: Approximately every 30 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Reading, Swindon, Bristol Parkway, Newport, Cardiff Central.
• London to Exeter St Davids and Plymouth:
  • Frequency: Hourly services.
  • Key Stops: Reading, Newbury, Taunton, Exeter St Davids, Newton Abbot, Totnes, Plymouth.
• London to Worcester and Hereford:
  • Frequency: Approximately every two hours.
  • Key Stops: Reading, Oxford, Moreton-in-Marsh, Evesham, Worcester Shrub Hill, Worcester Foregate Street, Hereford.

2. Heathrow Express

The Heathrow Express provides a non-stop service between Paddington and Heathrow Airport.

• London to Heathrow Airport:
  • Frequency: Every 15 minutes.
  • Stops: London Paddington, Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, Heathrow Terminal 5.

3. Elizabeth Line Services

The Elizabeth Line (formerly known as Crossrail) offers services from Paddington to various destinations in London and beyond.

• London to Abbey Wood:
  • Frequency: Every 5 minutes during peak times.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Whitechapel, Canary Wharf, Woolwich, Abbey Wood.
• London to Shenfield:
  • Frequency: Every 10 minutes during peak times.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Stratford, Romford, Shenfield.
• London to Reading:
  • Frequency: Every 30 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, Ealing Broadway, Southall, Hayes & Harlington, West Drayton, Slough, Maidenhead, Twyford, Reading.

4. Chiltern Railways

Chiltern Railways operates limited services from Paddington to West Ruislip.

• London to West Ruislip:
  • Frequency: Limited services, primarily during peak hours.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, South Ruislip, West Ruislip.

5. London Underground Services

Paddington is served by several London Underground lines, providing frequent services to various parts of London.

• Bakerloo Line:
  • Frequency: Every 3 minutes during peak times.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, Waterloo, Elephant & Castle.
• Circle and District Lines:
  • Frequency: Every 10 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, Notting Hill Gate, High Street Kensington, Victoria, Embankment, Monument, Tower Hill.
• Hammersmith & City Line:
  • Frequency: Every 10 minutes.
  • Key Stops: Paddington, King’s Cross St Pancras, Liverpool Street, Whitechapel, Barking.

Note: Train frequencies and stopping patterns can vary, especially during peak hours, weekends, or due to engineering works. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is advisable to consult the specific train operator’s website or use journey planning tools.