The average train between Luton and Paddington takes 51 min and the fastest train takes 39 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Luton to Paddington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 15 minutes between Luton and Paddington. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Paddington at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 51 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

51 min • 1 change

52 min • 1 change

49 min • 1 change

51 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Luton to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Paddington station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.
Luton to Paddington train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Paddington train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Paddington station.
Book your Luton to Paddington train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Luton and Paddington is 43.6 km. The road distance is 53 km.
There is no direct connection from Luton to Paddington. However, you can take the train to London St Pancras Intl, walk to King's Cross St. Pancras station, then take the subway to Paddington.