What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington is to train which costs £1 - £4 and takes 7 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington is to train which takes 7 min and costs £1 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Paddington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Church Street Market Lisson Grove. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Paddington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tottenham Court Road Station station and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Paddington?

The distance between Charing Cross and Paddington is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Paddington without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 7 min and costs £1 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Paddington?

The train from Tottenham Court Road Station to London Paddington takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Paddington bus from?

Charing Cross to Paddington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Paddington train from?

Charing Cross to Paddington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Tottenham Court Road Station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Paddington?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Paddington is to train which takes 7 min and costs £1 - £4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £15 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Charing Cross to Paddington bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Paddington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Church Street Market Lisson Grove station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Paddington train arrive?

Charing Cross to Paddington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Paddington?

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross to Paddington by train, bus, taxi, foot, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Road Station to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
7 min
£1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Church Street Market Lisson Grovebus 139
23 min
£1–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Paddingtontaxi 3 mi
10 min
£26–32
Walk
1. Take the foot from Charing Cross to Paddingtonwalk 2.9 mi
55 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from Charing Cross station to Paddington stationsubway Bakerloo
12 min
£2–10

Charing Cross to Paddington by train

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Paddington, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Tottenham Court Road Station to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–4 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Trafalgar Square to Church Street Market Lisson Grove every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 23 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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