A taxi from Tolworth to Paddington is the easy way to start a journey to the west of England or South Wales. Paddington is the London terminal of the Great Western Railway, and a car from Tolworth avoids the combination of a train to Waterloo and two Underground lines that you would otherwise need.
Trains from Paddington
Great Western Railway runs from Paddington to Reading, Oxford, Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea, Exeter, Plymouth and Penzance. It is also the terminal for the Night Riviera sleeper to Cornwall, which leaves late in the evening.
The Elizabeth line and the Heathrow Express also run from Paddington. If you are heading to Heathrow, it is usually quicker and simpler to go straight from Tolworth by car. See our Tolworth to Heathrow taxi page.
Our route to Paddington
Paddington is in west-central London, north of Hyde Park. From Tolworth, most drivers take the A3 north towards Putney, cross the river at Putney Bridge or Wandsworth Bridge, and head up through Fulham, Earl's Court and Kensington to Bayswater. This keeps the car out of the busiest parts of the West End.
| Journey detail | Typical figure |
|---|---|
| Distance | about 12 to 14 miles |
| Off-peak time | 45 to 60 minutes |
| Weekday rush hour | 65 to 90 minutes |
| Early morning (5am to 6am) | 30 to 40 minutes |
These are typical estimates for planning purposes.
Holidays in Devon and Cornwall
Every summer, many local families head to Devon and Cornwall by train. That usually means big bags, buckets and spades, and sometimes a dog. A 6 seater taxi gets the whole family to the platform in one trip, and child seats are available on request. If your dog is coming too, see our pet friendly taxi page and tell us when you book.
The Night Riviera
The overnight sleeper to Penzance leaves Paddington late at night. After a day at work, being driven to the station with your bags is a good start to the trip. We are open 24 hours, so late-night pickups and early-morning returns are both easy to arrange.
Business travel to Reading, Bristol and Cardiff
Many people from our area commute or travel for work along the Great Western line. If you need to be in Bristol or Cardiff for a morning meeting, we can get you to Paddington for one of the first trains. For regular trips, ask about booking the same pickup each week.
Collecting you from Paddington
We can meet you when you arrive. Tell us your train, and call 020 3642 5921 if it is running late, so we can move your pickup.
Tips for Paddington
Children love the bronze statue of Paddington Bear on the station. If you are travelling with a family, allow a few minutes for a photo. GWR trains to the west can be very busy in summer, so reserve seats in advance.
Other London stations
For trains to the north-west, see our Euston taxi page, and for Gatwick Express and Southern trains, see Victoria. We collect from Tolworth and the surrounding areas, including Thames Ditton and New Malden.
Book in the form above or call 020 3642 5921. Every fare is fixed when you book, and you can pay by card or cash.