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London Paddington to Lewisham by train

First train

11:34

Last train

12:19

Departure station

London Paddington

Arrival station

Lewisham

Journey time

From 42m

Distance

8 miles (13 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern

Taking the train from London Paddington to Lewisham in 42 minutes

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

It usually takes around 42 minutes to travel the 8 miles (13 km) from London Paddington to Lewisham by train, although you can get there in as little as 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or London Overground, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from London Paddington to Lewisham 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 Lewisham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from London Paddington to Lewisham

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

How do you get to Lewisham from London Paddington?

To travel to Lewisham from London Paddington, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 42 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 42 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from London Paddington to Lewisham?

Trains from London Paddington to Lewisham take an average of 42 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 42 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between London Paddington and Lewisham by train?

The quickest journey time between London Paddington and Lewisham by train is 42 minutes.

Are there direct trains from London Paddington to Lewisham?

No, there are no direct trains running from London Paddington to Lewisham, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Lewisham

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Paddington to Lewisham is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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