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London Paddington to Strood (Kent) by train

First train

05:10

Last train

22:17

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Strood (Kent)

Journey time

From 1h 18m

Distance

30 miles (49 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

Travelling from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) by train

Looking to travel from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 1 hour 26 minutes to travel from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 30 miles (49 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Strood (Kent), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Strood (Kent) – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Strood (Kent)? 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 Strood (Kent) take?

The average journey time by train between London Paddington and Strood (Kent) is 1 hour and 26 minutes, with around 4 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 Strood (Kent) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) is 1 hour and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent)?

No, there are no direct train services from London Paddington to Strood (Kent). Travelling from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) leave?

The first train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) leaves at 05:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) leave?

The last train from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) leaves at 22:17. 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 Strood (Kent) by train?

Trains travelling from London Paddington to Strood (Kent) cover a distance of around 30 miles (49 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Strood (Kent) to London Paddington.

Cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Strood (Kent)

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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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