# Train times from Islip to London

Islip connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Marylebone in 70 minutes on a direct train.

- Fastest journey to London: 70 minutes to Marylebone
- Direct service: Yes
- London terminals served: 2 (Marylebone, Paddington)
- Operator: Chiltern Railways
- Source: Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed: 2026-08-17

## Islip to each London terminal

| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains/hr | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Marylebone | 70 min | same as fastest | 74 | 0.4 | Chiltern Railways |
| Paddington | 74 min (change at Oxford) | no direct service | - | - | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does the train from Islip to London take?

The fastest train from Islip reaches London Marylebone in 70 minutes. Islip connects to 2 London terminals: Marylebone, Paddington.

### Which London station should I travel to from Islip?

Marylebone is the quickest at 70 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Marylebone.

### Is Islip a good commuter town for London?

At 70 minutes to London Marylebone, Islip is a longer commute, typically traded off against more space and lower housing costs. Direct trains keep the journey simple.

### Are there direct trains from Islip to London?

Yes. Direct services run to Marylebone.

### What are the nearest stations to Islip?

The closest alternatives are Oxford Parkway, Oxford, Hanborough. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.

## About this data

Fastest is the quickest scheduled weekday service; typical peak is the median of
services arriving at the London terminal between 07:00 and 09:30. Computed from
Darwin Timetable Files published by the Rail Delivery Group under the Open
Government Licence. Not live times, and they exclude disruption and engineering
work. Full methodology: https://railreach.co.uk/about/

Source: RailReach - https://railreach.co.uk/stations/islip/
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