What is the cheapest way to get from Paddington to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Central London is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Paddington to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Central London is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington to Central London. However, there are services departing from Westbourne Terrace and arriving at Windmill Road South Ealing via Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Central London station. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at South Ealing station via Hammersmith. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Paddington to Central London?

The distance between Paddington and Central London is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Paddington to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Paddington to Central London without a car is to train and line 65 bus which takes 23 min and costs £4 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Paddington to Central London?

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Paddington to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Central London bus from?

Paddington to Central London bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Westbourne Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Central London train from?

Paddington to Central London train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Paddington station.

Where does the Paddington to Central London bus arrive?

Paddington to Central London bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where does the Paddington to Central London train arrive?

Paddington to Central London train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Hammersmith station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Central London is 7 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Paddington to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21554+ hotels available in Central London.

Paddington to Central London - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 65 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Paddington to Central London by train, bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Train, line 65 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Ealing Broadway Station to Darwin Road Brentfordbus 65 / ...
23 min
£5–10
Drive 6.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Central Londoncar 6.8 mi
20 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Paddington to Hammersmithsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the subway from Hammersmith to South Ealing stationsubway Piccadilly
24 min
£6–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paddington to Central Londontaxi 6.8 mi
20 min
£50–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the bus from Ealing Broadway Station to St Faith's Churchbus E2
30 min
£5–10
Line 27 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Westbourne Terrace to Hammersmith Bus Stationbus 27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Windmill Road South Ealingbus H91
1h 5m
£4

Paddington to Central London by train and bus

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Paddington, England and Central London, England?

You can take a subway from Paddington to South Ealing station via Hammersmith in around 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westbourne Terrace to Windmill Road South Ealing via Hammersmith Bus Station in around 1h 5m.

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