How to get from Paddington to Trafalgar Square by Tube?

From Paddington to Trafalgar Square by Tube

Take one direct Tube from Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross: take the BAKERLOO Tube from Paddington station to Charing Cross station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is £2.90. The Tube schedule from Paddington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube schedule to Trafalgar Square on the Moovit app.

20min£2.90
Walk to Tube station
Tube - BAKERLOO
Walk to Trafalgar Square
Leaves from Paddington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Paddington
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tube - BAKERLOO
    Wait for Tube
    BAKERLOO
    Elephant & Castle
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Charing Cross
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Trafalgar Square
    Walk to
    Trafalgar Square
    Trafalgar Square
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Paddington to Trafalgar Square by bus and train

To get from Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross, take the ELIZABETH train from Paddington station to Tottenham Court Road station. Next, take the 24 bus from Tottenham Court Road Station (G) station to Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (D) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is £4.65. The Tube schedule from Paddington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube schedule to Trafalgar Square on the Moovit app.

16min£4.65
Train - ELIZABETH
Bus - 2424
Walk to Trafalgar Square
Leaves from Paddington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Paddington
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Abbey Wood
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tottenham Court Road
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tottenham Court Road Station (G)
    ID G
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Pimlico
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (D)
    ID D
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Trafalgar Square
    Walk to
    Trafalgar Square
    Trafalgar Square
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Paddington to Trafalgar Square

The distance between Paddington, Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square, Charing Cross is approximately 5.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paddington to Trafalgar Square by Tube, so no matter how you choose to travel in Charing Cross – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube schedule from Paddington to Trafalgar Square

To check the Tube schedule from Paddington to Trafalgar Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Paddington) and destination (Trafalgar Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Tube schedules.

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From Paddington to Trafalgar Square by bus and train

To get from Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross, take the ELIZABETH train from Paddington station to Tottenham Court Road station. Next, take the 24 bus from Tottenham Court Road Station (G) station to Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (D) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is £4.65. The Tube schedule from Paddington may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube schedule to Trafalgar Square on the Moovit app.

16min£4.65
Train - ELIZABETH
Bus - 2424
Walk to Trafalgar Square
Leaves from Paddington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Paddington
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Abbey Wood
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tottenham Court Road
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tottenham Court Road Station (G)
    ID G
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Pimlico
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (D)
    ID D
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Trafalgar Square
    Walk to
    Trafalgar Square
    Trafalgar Square
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Tube line BAKERLOO.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The alternative route takes 16 minutes, using Train line ELIZABETH, Bus line 24.

  • Is there a direct Tube between Paddington and Trafalgar Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct Tube going from Paddington in Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross in 20 min.

  • Which Tube line goes from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The BAKERLOO Tube line goes from Paddington station near Paddington in Paddington to Elephant & Castle station near Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross.

  • How long does it take to travel from Paddington to Trafalgar Square by Tube?

    The total travel time between Paddington in Paddington and Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross by Tube is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the Tube near Paddington to get to Trafalgar Square?

    Get on the BAKERLOO Tube from the Paddington station near Paddington in Paddington.

  • Where do I get off the Tube when travelling between Paddington and Trafalgar Square?

    Get off the Tube at the Elephant & Castle station, which is closest to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross.

  • When is the first train from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The first train from Paddington in Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross is Elizabeth. It leaves the Paddington station at 01:07.

  • When is the first Tube from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The first Tube from Paddington in Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross is Bakerloo. It leaves the Paddington station at 01:07.

  • When is the first bus from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The first bus from Paddington in Paddington to Trafalgar Square in Charing Cross is Aldwych - Westbourne Park. It leaves the Paddington Station (H) stop at 09:06.

  • How much is the Tube fare from Paddington to Trafalgar Square?

    The ride from Paddington to Trafalgar Square costs £2.90.

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