Train Delays at London Paddington
London Paddington in London, United Kingdom, handles 35 million passengers annually. Approximately 28.6% of trains arriving at London Paddington are delayed. Passengers delayed 60 or more minutes can claim 25-50% of their ticket price under EU Regulation 2021/782. You can read about your rights under EU law, check the operators serving this station, or learn how to claim.
28.6%
Delayed Arrivals
Trains arriving 60+ minutes late
35 million
Annual Passengers
3
Operators
Train operators serving this station
3
Routes
Routes passing through this station
Why Are Trains Delayed at London Paddington?
- GWR timetable issues
- Reading station congestion
- Infrastructure works near Bristol
- Flooding on Devon/Cornwall lines
Operators at London Paddington
Routes from London Paddington
Facilities at London Paddington
- WiFi
- Shops
- Restaurants
- Taxi rank
- Underground access (Bakerloo/Circle/District/Elizabeth lines)
- Left luggage
- Accessible facilities
FAQ: London Paddington
Which operators run from London Paddington?
GWR (Great Western Railway) is the main operator from Paddington, serving the South West, Wales, and the Cotswolds. The Elizabeth Line and Heathrow Express also depart from Paddington.
How do I claim GWR Delay Repay from Paddington?
GWR uses Delay Repay 15 (claims from just 15 minutes delay). Submit at gwr.com/delay-repay within 28 days of travel.
How much can I claim from GWR at Paddington?
15-29 min delay: 25% of fare; 30-59 min: 50%; 60-119 min: 50% of return or 100% of single; 120+ min: 100% of fare. GWR's 15-minute threshold is better than most UK operators.
Is there compensation if my Heathrow Express is delayed?
Yes. Heathrow Express has its own delay compensation policy. For delays of 15+ minutes, you can claim compensation directly from Heathrow Express.
Can I claim if flooding cancelled my GWR train from Paddington?
It depends on the severity of flooding. Moderate flooding may not qualify as force majeure under UK rules, but extreme flooding events may be excluded. TrainOwed can assess your specific claim.
•Data Source
Delay statistics sourced from ORR National Rail Trends 2024-25. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent timetable changes.
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