Train times from Maidenhead to London
Maidenhead connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Paddington in 18 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 18 minutes to Paddington
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 2 (Paddington, Liverpool Street)
- Operator
- Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Maidenhead to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paddington | 18 min | same as fastest | 38 min | 10.0/hr | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Liverpool Street | 47 min | same as fastest | 53 min | 6.0/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
Maidenhead to Paddington
The fastest train from Maidenhead to London Paddington takes 18 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Maidenhead the 7th quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Maidenhead to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Maidenhead to London Liverpool Street takes 47 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Maidenhead the 44th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Maidenhead to London take?
The fastest train from Maidenhead reaches London Paddington in 18 minutes. Maidenhead connects to 2 London terminals: Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Which London station should I travel to from Maidenhead?
Paddington is the quickest at 18 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Is Maidenhead a good commuter town for London?
At 18 minutes to London Paddington, Maidenhead is an excellent commuter base, with a sub-30-minute journey into central London. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Maidenhead to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
What are the nearest stations to Maidenhead?
The closest alternatives are Taplow, Burnham, Marlow. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 30 minutes of Paddington
Maidenhead is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 30 minutes of London Paddington, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
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