Advance Tickets
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Popular routes to Paddington
Reading (RDG) to London Paddington (PAD)
Get there in as little as 24mins
Get there in as little as 24mins
Newbury (NBY) to London Paddington (PAD)
Get there in as little as 40mins
Get there in as little as 40mins
Bristol Parkway (BPW) to London Paddington (PAD)
Get there in as little as 1hr 14mins
Get there in as little as 1hr 14mins
Things to do in Paddington
Food and drink
Canalside dining is at its finest in Paddington, with restaurants, café and pubs overlooking the water from the head of Paddington Basin, through Merchant Square and Paddington Central, to Little Venice. With the newly added Paddington Square, west London’s newest shopping and dining destination, the experiences are endless. Unique floating restaurants offer indoor and on-deck tables, with regular fine-dining cruises. Get up close and personal with the ducks over dinner. Click here to find out more.
Walks
Immerse yourself in Paddington’s history and culture, with a series of walks from Paddington Station. Go on a heritage hunt, finding blue plaques celebrating the lives of Paddington’s most notable locals. Follow in the marmalade footsteps of Paddington Bear on the Pawprint Trail or take a canalside walk and soak up the stories behind Paddington’s public art.
Attractions
Don’t miss some of the finest collections of archaeology and anthropology at Pitt Rivers Museum or the University Museum of Natural History. View the Oxford Botanic Garden or take the Oxford Castle Unlocked guided tour.
Discover Paddington Square
Right next to Paddington Station and with easy access to the Bakerloo line, Paddington Squarehas transformed the area into a hub for shopping, dining, and culture. Home to a vibrant mix of beloved brands, premium dining spots and cafes and a trailblazing public art programme - there’s so much to discover at this exciting new destination.
Whether you’re commuting, exploring, or heading off on a trip - Paddington Square offers plenty of reasons to stop by and enjoy.
Shopping
Paddington Square is where your favourite brands come together in one vibrant destination. Visitors can enjoy shopping at Russell & Bromley, Kiko Milano, Crew Clothing, Kate Spade, Accessorize, and more, with additional stores opening throughout 2025.
Feeling peckish? From the buzz of Market Halls to the indulgent gelato of Don Nino and other iconic foodie favourites, Paddington Square serves up something to satisfy every craving.
Things to Do
Take to the water in Paddington on the Grand Union and Regent’s Canals. Hire a self-drive electric boat from GoBoat to explore the route to Camden Lock and back, or take the slow lane on a paddleboard or canoe with Active 360. Want to let someone else do all the work? Then take one of the many Trip Boats from Little Venice. If you’d rather be static, take the weight off your feet on London’s first Floating Pocket Park or watch the prototype bridges perform at Merchant Square.
Which train services run direct to London Paddington?
Trains run directly to London Paddington from a number of mainline stations, including Newbury, Reading, Oxford, Bristol and Swindon.
What transport connections are available from London Paddington?
The station is connected with a range of Transport for London bus routes, four London Underground lines, the Heathrow Express and boasts a large taxi rank.
What facilities are available at London Paddington?
To find out more about the station, it’s retail outlets and facilities please click here.
Cheaper train tickets to Paddington
Wherever you’re travelling from, you don’t need to break the bank when booking your Paddington train tickets.
Consider these money saving options when you book and you’re bound to find a cheaper option.
Consider these money saving options when you book and you’re bound to find a cheaper option.