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London Paddington to Christchurch train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Paddington to Christchurch? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £13.00, with average prices for this route around £58.20.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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03:35
London Paddington
07:36
Christchurch
4h 1m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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05:49
London Paddington
08:38
Christchurch
2h 49m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:00
London Paddington
08:38
Christchurch
2h 38m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:22
London Paddington
09:02
Christchurch
2h 40m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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07:20
London Paddington
09:43
Christchurch
2h 23m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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07:29
London Paddington
09:53
Paris
2h 24m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Paddington to Christchurch train route details

First train
First train
03:35
Last train
Last train
22:54
Departure station
Departure station
London Paddington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Christchurch
Journey time
Journey time
2h 12m
Distance
Distance
89 miles
Price
Price
£13.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Christchurch

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Paddington and Christchurch, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Paddington to Christchurch can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Paddington to Christchurch, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Paddington to Christchurch ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Paddington to Christchurch more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Paddington to Christchurch train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.