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London Paddington to Crystal Palace by train

First train

04:49

Last train

22:57

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Crystal Palace

Journey time

From 48m

Distance

8 miles (13 km)

Frequency

67 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

London Overground, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace in 48 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 54 minutes to travel the 8 miles (13 km) from London Paddington to Crystal Palace by train, although you can get there in as little as 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 67 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Thameslink, London Overground or Southern to Crystal Palace. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from London Paddington to Crystal Palace in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Crystal Palace by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Crystal Palace? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace take?

The average journey time by train between London Paddington and Crystal Palace is 54 minutes, with around 67 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between London Paddington and Crystal Palace by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace is 48 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace?

No, there are no direct train services from London Paddington to Crystal Palace. Travelling from London Paddington to Crystal Palace by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace leave?

The first train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace leaves at 04:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace leave?

The last train from London Paddington to Crystal Palace leaves at 22:57. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between London Paddington and Crystal Palace by train?

Trains travelling from London Paddington to Crystal Palace cover a distance of around 8 miles (13 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Crystal Palace to London Paddington.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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