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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to London Paddington is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to London Paddington is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and London Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to London Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Borough Green & Wrotham and arriving at Paddington station via Charing Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Stansted to London Paddington?

The distance between Stansted and London Paddington is 36 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to London Paddington without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Stansted to London Paddington, including transfers.

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

Stansted to London Paddington train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Borough Green & Wrotham station.

Where does the Stansted to London Paddington train arrive?

Stansted to London Paddington train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Stansted to London Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to London Paddington is 28 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Stansted to London Paddington.

Where can I stay near London Paddington?

There are 21977+ hotels available in London Paddington.

Stansted to London Paddington - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 223 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stansted to London Paddington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 9m
£28–53
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to London Paddingtoncar 27.4 mi
54 min
£7–10
Line 223 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Barrack Rowbus 223
2. Take the train from Gravesend to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
1h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stansted to London Paddingtontaxi 27.4 mi
54 min
£200–250
Line 408 bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Labour-in-Vain Road to Western Roadbus 408
2. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the subway from Victoria station to Paddington stationsubway
1h 57m

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £14–29 and the journey takes 49 min.

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