London Paddington to Slough Trains From £11.70*

Journey west to the Thames Valley on a train from London Paddington to Slough.  Great Western Railway runs two services every hour, offering city and suburban views from the train window. The journey takes as little as 15 minutes. 

Great Western Railway (or GWR) offers intercity services between the West of England the West Country and South Wales. Stations served include Windsor & Eton Central, Redhill and Chippenham. The company also provides the Heathrow Express service and Night Riviera sleeper between London and Penzance. 

Departing from London Paddington

Located on Praed Street and just moments from Hyde Park, London Paddington is a historic and premier transport hub in the capital. It offers unrivalled connectivity to the London Underground, with direct access to five major Tube lines: Bakerloo, Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City.

This key terminus is the fastest link between Central London and Heathrow Airport, thanks to the dedicated Heathrow Express service.

Great Western Railway (GWR), the Elizabeth line, and Heathrow Express converge here, making Paddington your primary gateway to the West. Destinations range from key regional centres like Maidenhead and seaside towns like Weston-super-Mare, to the vibrant Welsh city of Swansea. Paddington is the ideal starting point for exploring Southern England and Wales.

Main stops

Stations served differ based on the train operator, time and route. The London to Slough train run by Great Western Railway typically has no intermediate stops. Elizabeth line trains may stop at Ealing Broadway, Hayes & Harlington and Langley.

Arriving at Slough

Less than ten minutes from the town centre, Slough station is in a convenient location. For onward travel, passengers can take local buses or catch a cab from the taxi rank.

Apart from trains from London Paddington to Slough, you can get services to/from Abbey Wood, Didcot Parkway and Reading, among others. Two companies provide these rail services: Great Western Railway and Elizabeth line.

There’s much to discover in the bustling commuter town of Slough, and it’s close to the breathtaking Berkshire countryside. Explore some of the 100+ retail stores, grab food from pop-up markets or unwind in green spaces like Upton Court Park. Langley Park has incredible views of Windsor Castle and spring blooms in the Temple Gardens.

Great Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Comfy seats, generous luggage space, power sockets and free Wi-Fi are included in Standard Class. Every seat includes a table. Affordable fares mean it’s easy to buy cheap train tickets.
• First Class: There currently aren’t any London to Slough First Class services. On available routes, passengers receive complimentary drinks and snacks plus cosy individual seating. You’ll also get access to the First Class lounge in Paddington (platform 1), which also houses Queen Victoria’s former waiting room.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Three pieces of luggage are allowed. The maximum dimensions for suitcases are 25 x 40 x 75 centimetres.
• Bicycles: Great Western Railway recommends reserving bike spaces (mandatory on the Night Riviera Sleeper). E-scooters are no longer permitted.
• Children: Two under-5s can travel for free, and 5–15-year-olds pay half price. 16–17 Saver Railcard holders get a 50% discount on Anytime, Off-Peak, Advance and Season tickets.
• Pets: Keep up to two pets on a lead or in a carrier. They should also stay off the seats. Extra pets cost half the adult fare for your ticket type.
• Passenger Assist: Request help, from using wheelchair spaces to getting on the train, up to two hours before departure. Getting assistance may take longer if you haven’t pre-booked.

Enjoy frequent services out of the capital to Slough. Elizabeth line trains run up to four times an hour. The 31-minute journey passes London’s suburbs as it enters the Thames Valley region.

Elizabeth line services run across Greater London and the surrounding areas. The line also has stops serving all of Heathrow Airport’s terminals. Stations include Twyford, Liverpool Street and Romford.

Elizabeth line train classes

There are no First Class carriages on Elizabeth line services. Trains are designed in a nine-carriage, walk-through layout and feature air conditioning, real-time train information and multi-use spaces for luggage, bikes, wheelchair users and buggies. Both metro- and bay-style seating is available.

Elizabeth line train travel advice

• Luggage: Luggage should be of a reasonable weight and size. You must be able to carry items yourself, including on escalators and stairs.
• Bicycles: Folding bikes are allowed on all services, but there are restrictions on non-folding bicycles during weekday peak trains (between 7:30 and 9:30, and from 16:00 to 19:00). Non-folding e-bikes and e-scooters are banned.
• Children: Under-5s travel free. Kids aged 5–10 can also get free travel with a Zip Oyster photocard. The 11-15 Zip Oyster offers child pay-as-you-go fares, and the 16+ Zip Oyster gets older teens 50% off. Special fares apply between West Drayton and Reading.
• Pets: Keep your pets off seats and on a lead or in a secure carrier.
• Passenger Assist: You can book Passenger Assist (e.g., carrying luggage) up to two hours before your train. Passengers can also turn up and request help, but this may take longer.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.