Trains from Oxford to London Paddington from $6.60*

Oxford station is one of two stations serving the city of Oxford, England. It is about 0.5 miles west of the city centre, which provides around 73 regular trains per day to London Paddington. The station is served by Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, and Great Western Railway.

The entire journey takes around 50 minutes to an hour and covers a distance of approximately 50 miles. Along the way, you have the option to stop at Reading Station.

Onboard, you can enjoy various premium services, including spacious seats, free Wi-Fi, USB ports, plug sockets, accessible toilets, and wheelchair areas. To save on your journey, it is advisable to book in advance or consider purchasing a Railcard, which can provide savings of 1/3 on eligible journeys for an entire year.

You will arrive at London Paddington, a London railway station located on Praed Street in the Paddington area, served by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, and Heathrow Express. It is well-connected to various destinations including Heathrow Airport, Cardiff, Shenfield, and Birmingham, and also connects to the London Underground system, specifically the Bakerloo, Circle, District and Hammersmith & City line.

First-class tickets

You can travel from Oxford to London Paddington in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.

As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on the provider, this ticket may include:

• Access to the First Class lounge on GWR trains
• Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
• Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
• Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
• A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps

For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.

What is the best way to get from Oxford to London Paddington?

The best way to travel from Oxford to London Paddington is by train. Trains are frequent, fast, and convenient, with services operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways. The train journey typically takes around 1 hour. Alternatively, buses such as the Oxford Tube and the X90 offer budget-friendly travel, though the journey takes longer (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes).

What is the standard rail journey time from Oxford to London Paddington?

The entire journey takes 50 minutes to an hour and covers a distance of approximately 50 miles.

How much does it cost to take the train from Oxford to London Paddington?

The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to London Paddington varies depending on factors such as the time of booking, type of ticket (peak or Off-Peak), and train operator. Generally, prices start from around £5 for a single ticket when booked in advance, though often average around £37.

How often do trains run from Oxford to London Paddington?

From Oxford to London Paddington, there are approximately 70 direct trains provided by Great Western Railway.

Which train company runs Oxford to London Paddington?

From Oxford to London Paddington, there are approximately 70 direct trains provided by Great Western Railway. The entire journey takes around 50 minutes and covers a distance of approximately 50 miles. Along the way, you have the option to stop at Reading Station.