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London Paddington to Ludlow train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Paddington to Ludlow, starting from £16.10 and averaging £30.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Thu, Sep 4
From £23.50
Fri, Sep 5
From £23.50
Sat, Sep 6
From £23.50
Sun, Sep 7
From £16.10
Mon, Sep 8
From £23.50
Tue, Sep 9
From £23.50
Wed, Sep 10
From £23.50

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
16:18 London Paddington	19:19 Ludlow	3h 1m, No direct	Find Tickets
16:32 London Paddington	20:18 Ludlow	3h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
16:48 London Paddington	19:53 Ludlow	3h 5m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:18 London Paddington	20:24 Ludlow	3h 6m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:32 London Paddington	21:23 Ludlow	3h 51m, No direct	Find Tickets
17:48 London Paddington	21:09 Paris	3h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Paddington to Ludlow train route details

First train

00:31

Last train

23:32

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Ludlow

Journey time

2h 54m

Distance

124 miles

Price

£16.10*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Ludlow

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Paddington and Ludlow, 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

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Paddington to Ludlow during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Ludlow, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Paddington to Ludlow ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Paddington to Ludlow train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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