Maidenhead to London Paddington Trains From €20.27*

Whether you’re commuting or heading to the city for a fun evening out, there are many rail services from Maidenhead to London Paddington throughout the day. See how the journey compares by operator and make the best choice for your trip.

• Great Western Railway (GWR) offers the speediest services, running about twice an hour. It’s also the only operator providing dedicated luggage racks on board. Maidenhead to London First Class accommodation is typically not available.
• Elizabeth line’s Maidenhead to London train uses the same line but serves more stations along the route. Up to six hourly departures operate during peak hours, so it’s worth considering if you’re in a rush (compare the arrival times). Note that trains have no tray tables, toilets or luggage storage areas. 

Skip the traffic and whizz through the 23 miles (38 kilometres) between Maidenhead and the capital on the train. Here’s everything you need to know about the journey.

Departure from Maidenhead

Located just south of the town centre, Maidenhead station is easily accessible from the high street (a ten-minute walk) and other areas via Carousel and Thames Valley buses.

• Station layout: The main concourse, car park and bike parking area are on the ground floor. After going through the ticket barriers, you can take the stairs or lifts to the platforms. Trains from Maidenhead to London typically pick up passengers from platform 2 or 4, though some services may differ. Double-check the departure boards and take the right staircase to your platform.
• Tea break: A trolley service isn’t provided on board, so you may want to order a beverage and a bite to eat at the station. Costa is on the lower level with indoor seating, and Puccino’s serves fresh beverages between platforms 4 and 5. You can also pick up a coffee and pastry from the independently run perk outside the main entrance - your first drink is only £2.

On board trains from Maidenhead to London Paddington

Your Maidenhead to London train takes you past the Thames and through charming suburbia before reaching the city.

• Views from the window: You’ll cross the River Thames shortly after leaving Maidenhead. On the approach to London’s suburbs, take in views of the stunning greenery at Langley Park Country Park and Richings Park.
• The best seats: Aim for a seat on the right side of the train to London Paddington for clearer views.

Arriving at London Paddington

Serving as a convenient gateway into the city, London Paddington station has excellent onward transport options.

• Praed Street exit: Use Paddington station’s main exit to take local buses or reach nearby hotels, the Alexander Fleming Museum or St Mary’s Hospital.
• Eastbourne Terrace exit: Located by platform 1, this convenient step-free exit leads to local offices and the Real Time clock art installation by Maarten Baas.
• Paddington Basin and Bishops Bridge Road exit: Take the ramp from the GWR platforms to the upper level for eastbound Circle and Hammersmith & City Tube trains, as well as bars and restaurants by the canal.
• Transport links: If you’re alighting from a GWR train, you can transfer to the Elizabeth line by platform 1. Buses stop at all station exits. The Bakerloo, Circle and District lines on the Tube network can be accessed close to platform 5 on the main concourse. A separate London Underground station on the upper level near Paddington Basin operates eastbound Circle and Hammersmith & City line services. You can also use the Paddington Basin exit to reach the taxi rank.