How long does it take from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington by metro?

The journey from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington takes approximately 28 minutes by London Underground, covering 11.07 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington?

The token fare from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington is ₹4. With a smart card the fare is ₹3.6 (save ₹0.3999999999999999). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹3.3.

Which platform at Tottenham Court Road for Paddington?

At Tottenham Court Road, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Ealing Broadway. Look for the electronic board showing "Ealing Broadway".

What is the last train from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington?

The last train from Tottenham Court Road towards Ealing Broadway departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Paddington back towards Tottenham Court Road departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Tottenham Court Road to Paddington?

There are 6 stops between Tottenham Court Road and Paddington on the Central Line. The stations are: Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Circus, Bond Street, Marble Arch, Lancaster Gate, Notting Hill Gate.

Tottenham Court Road To Paddington

ShortestShortest Route

Tottenham Court Road

Platform 2·underground·Central LineTowards Ealing Broadway

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Oxford Circus

aqua interchange

+3.92 min

3.92 min · 1.88 km

Bond Street

grey interchange

+7.82 min

3.9 min · 1.87 km

Marble Arch

+11.72 min

3.9 min · 1.87 km

Lancaster Gate

+15.64 min

3.92 min · 1.88 km

Notting Hill Gate

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground9.38 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

interchange Notting Hill Gate — 5 min

Platform 1 · Circle Line ·Platform 3 Towards Edgware Road

+5 min

Notting Hill Gate

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Circle LineTowards Edgware Road

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Paddington

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.69 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

11.07 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Tottenham Court Road	05:00	23:00	Towards Ealing Broadway
Paddington	05:00	00:30	Towards Tottenham Court Road

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹3.6

Save ₹0.3999999999999999 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹3.3

Save ₹0.7000000000000002 per ride

Use your London Underground smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.49 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.69 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~44 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹4

Bike

₹76

Auto

₹162

Cab

₹294

Estimates for 11.07 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Central Line

Departure station

Tottenham Court Road

underground

Tottenham Court Road, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

Paddington

underground

Paddington, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Paddington exit 1· Paddington Station, Heathrow Express♿

Paddington exit 2· Paddington Station, Heathrow Express♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access