Train times from Slough to London
Slough connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Paddington in 14 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 14 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
Slough to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paddington | 14 min | same as fastest | 32 min | 6.4/hr | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Liverpool Street | 39 min | same as fastest | 43 min | 6.0/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
Slough to Paddington
The fastest train from Slough to London Paddington takes 14 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Slough the 4th quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Slough to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Slough to London Liverpool Street takes 39 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Slough the 32nd quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Slough to London take?
The fastest train from Slough reaches London Paddington in 14 minutes. Slough connects to 2 London terminals: Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Which London station should I travel to from Slough?
Paddington is the quickest at 14 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Is Slough a good commuter town for London?
At 14 minutes to London Paddington, Slough 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 Slough to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
What are the nearest stations to Slough?
The closest alternatives are Windsor & Eton Riverside, Datchet, Windsor & Eton Central. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 30 minutes of Paddington
Slough 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
Alternative departure points close to Slough, for comparing platforms rather than places.