Train times from Southall to London
Southall connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Paddington in 13 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 13 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
Southall to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paddington | 13 min | same as fastest | 18 min | 9.2/hr | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Liverpool Street | 24 min | same as fastest | 29 min | 9.2/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
Southall to Paddington
The fastest train from Southall to London Paddington takes 13 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Southall the 3rd quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
That is the quickest train of the day. For a morning arrival the median journey is 18 minutes, 5 minutes longer. That median covers 69 services arriving at Paddington between 07:00 and 09:30 across three sampled weekdays, roughly 9.2 an hour.
Southall to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Southall to London Liverpool Street takes 24 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Southall the 9th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
That is the quickest train of the day. For a morning arrival the median journey is 29 minutes, 5 minutes longer. That median covers 69 services arriving at Liverpool Street between 07:00 and 09:30 across three sampled weekdays, roughly 9.2 an hour.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Southall to London take?
The fastest train from Southall reaches London Paddington in 13 minutes. Southall connects to 2 London terminals: Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Which London station should I travel to from Southall?
Paddington is the quickest at 13 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
Is Southall a good commuter town for London?
At 13 minutes to London Paddington, Southall 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 Southall to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Paddington, Liverpool Street.
What are the nearest stations to Southall?
The closest alternatives are Hanwell, Hayes & Harlington, Isleworth. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 30 minutes of Paddington
Southall 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 Southall, for comparing platforms rather than places.
Battersea Park is quicker: 16 km away and 4 minutes into London Victoria, saving 9 minutes on the journey above. It is one of 10 stations within 20 km that beat Southall.